Homeschool HUB News Update--March 25

Homeschool HUB News Update--March 25 Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094 email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy   The information below is offered to you as a service.  Please research and decide for yourself the value to your family.  The Homeschool HUB does not endorse any programs or services other than those offered by the Homeschool HUB.     Send information to be added to the update no later than the Thursday before the week you want it to appear:  homeschoolhub@yahoo.com ON THE CALENDAR: Details for the following events are on the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub April 1--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp April 14--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex April 15--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental. GENERAL INTEREST: G 1) Webmaster out of town G 2) Homeschoolers Get Fit G 3) National Homeschool Book Award  G 4) Free resource to use for learning about earthquakes (or learning Spanish)  G 1) Webmaster out of town   No postings to the web site this week, due to a much deserved vacation for our super web master!! Check back next week for new Random Fun Stuff, new scholarships, and more. G 2) Homeschoolers Get Fit Greetings, I just wanted to pass along this CurrClick event as I thought your regional group members might have some interest. Running March 21st-May 30th, CurrClick is putting on it's first annual Get-Fit-Athon. Participation is completely free. Homeschoolers from 4 different regions in the world will be competing to see who can cover the most miles: Team Australia, Team World, Team USA East and Team USA West. Participants will get a free exercise log and will be able to attend free fitness and nutrition seminars. Not only that, but we will be giving away 3 iPod Shuffles to winners of our team spirit awards. Again, there is absolutely no cost to participate. If you believe that members of your group would like to participate and bring your particular region to victory, please pass this along to them. More information can be found at: http://www.currclick.com/cclick_getfit.php Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions! Warm Regards, Leah Nieman CurrClick.com and CurrClick Live http://www.currclick.com Curriculum and Classes in a Click! e: leah@currclick.com p: 309-678-9576 f: 888-283-4133 G 3) National Homeschool Book Award   In the Clickschooling review today there is an article about a new program called the National Homeschool Book Award.  It looks interesting.  They have four nominated books, which they'd like students to read.  Then students vote for which is the best.  It's a good way to choose some "current juvenile fiction that explores learning experiences occurring outside the traditional classroom setting and that resonates with homeschool readers".  Due to copyright considerations we can't cut and paste the article here.  Instead we have attached the entire Clickschooling issue to the update.  You can read the article there because it does a good job of describing the award and telling why it's a good idea, then go to the website to read about the four books here:  http://www.nationalhomeschoolbookaward.com/   By the way, Clickschooling is a great resource for homeschoolers! G 4) Free resource to use for learning about earthquakes (or learning Spanish)   Panda's Earthquake Escape is a children's book available free online.  It's located here if you want it in English: http://www.sylvandellpublishing.com/eBooks/reader/book/Panda/?lang=en here if you want it in Spanish:  http://www.sylvandellpublishing.com/eBooks/reader/book/Panda/?lang=sp   There is lots of good info on earthquakes at the end of the book, but the print is hard to read.  You might have to print it out and read from that.   MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES  1) Homeschool Girl Scout Troop  2) Bethel Play 3) Robotics regional tournament in Niles this weekend 4) Free Jazz and Percussion Ensembles Concert at Bethel College 5) Bethel College Concert Band Presents Free Performance 6) Bethel Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles to Perform Free Concert 7) 47th Annual International Food Fair 8) Volunteer Opportunities 1) Homeschool Girl Scout Troop Hello, Our troop would like to invite all homeschooled girls in 2nd through 5th grade (or ages 7 to 10) to join our homeschool Junior/Brownie Girl Scout troop. We recently added the Junior level to our troop so now we can give 4th and 5th grade girls this wonderful opportunity too.   I am an experienced leader co-leading with another homeschool mom, Lisa Weaver. Scouts is a great chance for girls to learn and experience new things with other girls their age. We have regular meetings every other Friday. We are planning some fun troop activities like a living storybook walk, a garden tea party, badge work, camping, service projects with Reins of Life and a local soup kitchen, and much more.   If you have any questions or would like information on meeting times and places please email me directly at abarber1@nd.edu. Also if you would like to get an overview of Girl Scouts in our area, visit www.gsnim.org Our next meeting is April 1. Hope you can join us! Annice Barber 2) Bethel Play Wednesday, April 6 at 1 PM will mark the last Bethel College play of the school year. "The Selfish Giant" will be performed for a special discounted price. Tickets for this event will cost $3 for students, teachers are free. If you are interested in reserving tickets, you may contact me, Diane Day @ 269-370-4589 or Bethel's box office 574-674-3425. Let's turn out for this last play and show Bethel College that we appreciate them providing us the opportunity to see their high quality plays for a minimal fee. 3) Robotics regional tournament in Niles this weekend   Friday and Saturday, all day long, high school robotics teams from all over the state will converge on Niles High School for a regional tournament.  These are the big robots competing in an arena in the gym.  Admission is free and it's really fun to see.  Also make sure to wander through the 2nd gym where the "pit area" is located.  Teams will be furiously working on their robots between rounds.  There are several local team competing.  Excel, made up entirely of homeschoolers; Niles High School, a rookie team this year; and Berrien Springs High School, another rookie team with several homeschoolers on it.  This is the first year we've had a regional in the area, and it will be an annual event.  Come out and support the teams, and see if it's something your students might like to participate in themselves.  Note:  Robotics teams require builders and programmers, but also web site designers, art and business students to help with designing t-shirts, a logo, marketing materials and more, public speakers for presentations to schools, school boards, sponsoring companies, and the general public.  Don't think the only kids on robotics teams are the ones building the robot.  It's a team effort requiring many different talents.  For instance, there are students making up scouting report sheets and inputting the information the scouts bring them during the rounds into a spread sheet on a laptop.  The info helps as the team advances and gets to a point where they have to choose their alliance partners.  The fun and excitement during one of these tournaments is infectious.  Come check it out (and bring earplugs for any older folks who come along) Friday, March 25, 2011 Pits open 8:00 am Opening ceremonies 10:30 am Matches begin 11:00 am Lunch break 1:30 pm Matches resume 2:30 pm Matches end 7:00 pm Pits close 8:00 pm    Saturday, March 26, 2011 Pits open 8:00 am Opening ceremonies 9:00 am Matches begin 9:30am Alliance selection 12:30 pm Lunch break 1:00 pm Elimination matches begin 2:00 pm Awards ceremony 5:00 pm Pits close 6:30 pm   4) Free Jazz and Percussion Ensembles Concert at Bethel College   Bethel College will present the spring Jazz and Percussion Night April 8 at 7:30 p.m. in the Everest-Rohrer Chapel/Fine Arts Center – Auditorium. The concert will feature the Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo and Percussion Ensemble directed by Reginald Klopfenstein, D.M., professor of music.   The wide spectrum of music will include jazz compositions by George Gershwin, Duke Ellington, Thad Jones, John Coltrane and others. The Percussion Ensemble's repertoire will include Kabelevsky's "Galloping Comedians" for mallet ensemble, and "Rain Dance," which is entirely in seven-four time.   "The audience will enjoy this entertaining and engaging concert, as these groups present their final concert of the year," says Klopfenstein.   Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Bethel College department of music at 574.257.3393. 5) Bethel College Concert Band Presents Free Performance                                                                                                           The Bethel College Concert Band will perform its spring concert, "Musical Impressions: The British Isles," on Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Everest-Rohrer Chapel/Fine Arts Center – Auditorium. Under the direction of Ardis Faber, D. A., the Concert Band will feature wind band music of Ralph Vaughn Williams, Percy Alderidge Grainger and Ron Nelson. Concert selections include: "Children's March and Irish Tune from County Derry" by Grainger; "English Folk Song Suite, Linden Lea;" and "Flourish for Wind Band" by Williams. A smattering of Renaissance dance music, "Courtly Airs and Dances" by Nelson will also be included in our program.   "In this music, one hears the depth of simplicity in the music of the dance and in the folk songs of England and Ireland. The playfulness found in the melodies of Grainger's "Children's March" lingers with those who hear it for the first time," says Faber. "With our daily lives being filled with complexity, listening to live music is able to unravel our complex lives for a short time."   Admission is free and open to the public. For more information contact the Bethel College music department at 574.257.3393. 6) Bethel Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles to Perform Free Concert   The Bethel Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles will provide an enlightening learning opportunity and a unique listening experience in concert Tuesday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Everest-Rohrer Chapel/Fine Arts Center – Auditorium. Conducted by Assistant Professor of Music Vicky Tan Warkentien, D.M.M., the concert is free and open to the public.   Repertoire for this program includes: "Egmont Overture, Op. 84," "Sextet in E flat for 2 Horns and Strings, Op.81b" and "Quintet in E flat for Piano and Winds, Op. 16" by Ludwig Van Beethoven; and "Symphony No. 1 'Classical', Op. 25"with the first movement by Sergei Prokofiev. The show will also include pieces by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, with a "Concerto for Flute, Harp, and Orchestra in C major, K. 299 – Second Movement." Also included in this performance is "The Waltzing Cat & Blue Tango" by Leroy Anderson and "Two Chinese Hymns Medley" by Douglas Smith.   For more information, contact the department of music at 574.807.7575 7) 47th Annual International Food Fair Date: March 17, 2011 Contact: pr@andrews.edu Phone: 269-471-6395 A longstanding Andrews University tradition, the 47th International Food Fair promises authentic cuisines prepared by volunteers from more than 20 international clubs representing cultures and traditions from around the world. The public is invited to attend this year's annual event on Sunday, March 27, at the Johnson Gym on the campus of Andrews University. From noon to 7 p.m., visitors will enjoy a small taste of the diversity represented among the student body. Admission to the event is free.    Each spring, dozens of campus clubs join together for this tasty tradition. Over 150 volunteers help prepare vegetarian entrees, drinks and desserts from countries around the world, including Brazil, Europe, Kenya, Korea, South Asia and South Pacific, to name a few. Each booth will offer an authentic menu while showcasing various displays, music and ethnic décor. Nearly 5,000 visitors attend the fair annually. Each year, there are the familiar ethnic dishes, such as eggrolls, quiche, chips and salsa, and new flavors including pansit, chapati (a special Indian bread resembling a tortilla) and samosas (a Southeast Asian triangular-shaped pastry shell stuffed with spiced potatoes, onions and peas). If you aren't feeling adventurous, an all-American favorite, the corn dog, is sure to please. Satisfy your sweet tooth with tasty bubble tea, Brazilian fudge candy, delicious pastries, cakes, rolls and an assortment of European bakery treats. Approximately $30,000 has been raised each of the past few years through the Food Fair, held annually since 1964. All proceeds benefit the participating clubs.   Food tickets can be purchased the day of the event in the ticket office of the Johnson Gym. Tickets are sold in increments of $5 and menu prices range from 50-cents to $6. Students will be allowed to access money from their cafeteria accounts to buy meal tickets. For more information, please contact the Office of International Student Services at 269-471-6395.  8)  Volunteer Opportunities A)   Volunteer This Weekend 3/26! The Inaugural Predict-A-Time World Championship Half Marathon in St. Joseph/Benton Harbor   WHEN:  Saturday, March 26, registration and volunteer arrival 6:30 am, race start time 7 am.  Runners will finish by 10 am.  (estimate) WHAT:  Half marathon course starts in St. Joseph , at Schu's Grill & Bar, 501 Pleasant Street and winds over to Jean Klock Park and the scenic Golf Club at Harbor Shores .               Volunteers will serve as intersection managers (you point - go that way) and water station managers (hand a glass of water to runner/walkers)   If you would like to run or walk there will be 2 divisions, Junior: 17 years and under and Open: 18 years and older.  The goal: it is you against the course.  You will predict your time before you leave and the person closest to their time is the winner.  No wrist watches or personal timing devises are permitted.  Splits will be given at the 5k and 10k markers.  Early registration: $35.  Day of event: $40.  Entry fee includes a dry fit t-shirt and a brunch following completion of the event.   WHY:   All proceeds will benefit the West Michigan Athletic Venture's Local Scholarship Program.    BENEFIT: Enjoy the fresh air on a Saturday morning, be part of an inaugural event, join the group for brunch and assist local athletes to pursue their dreams.    Just show up on Saturday morning to volunteer.  Orientation and assignments provided at 6:30 am.  B) Looking forward to Spring break season, the Silver Beach Carousel in St. Joseph , plans to be open everyday to provide a fun place for the families who stay nearby for their spring break vacation.  They will be open all day from March 24 to April 10.  Spring break for Indiana starts before southwest Michigan .   Even if the weather may be cool it will be warm inside with the smiles and laughter of the Carousel riders. They plan to be delightfully busy.  If you would like to see what volunteer options are open, check on line to view the job descriptions and time slots available.  There will be additional shift opportunities to be filled.  silverbeachcarousel.com and link to the volunteer section. There are some volunteer options that could be ideal for a young person and an adult to do together.  Check it out!  Questions?  Contact:   Debra Panozzo Adult and family volunteer coordinator Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan 269-983-0912 ext 13 St. Joseph 269-683-5464  Niles www.volunteerswmi.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LINKS TO SHARE: Check out the new links on www.hshub.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CLASSIFIEDS Looking for a group?  Join the HUB! There are several benefits of membership including a travel club and a resource library that includes things like books, games, laptops, video cameras and other items to borrow (free, members only). Members receive first chance at events and classes when availability is limited.  The cost of membership is only $24/year.  Information about becoming a member is on the website at www.hshub.org   MATH TUTOR Need Help With Math? (Grades 7-12, South Bend/Mishawaka area)   My name is Caleb Noble.  I'm a private math tutor (and former homeschool student) in South Bend. I have a bachelor's degree in mathematics and over two years of tutoring experience, ranging from pre-algebra to calculus. As a former homeschool student, I know the challenges that parents can face, particularly with high-school math, and I have experience with the Saxon math curriculum (both as a tutor and as a student). I can meet with you and your child in your home or at any other location in the South Bend/Mishawaka area.  To set up an initial meeting or if you have any questions, you can reach me at caleb_noble@hotmail.com or at 574-229-4657. First session's free! Have something for sale, free or trade?  Advertise here! Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too.  It's free! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LETTING IT RIDE: Amazon.com--Please come to www.hshub.org before you shop at Amazon.  You can either shop the Associate Store listed in the Menu bar or click on the "Help the Homeschool HUB - Purchase at Amazon" link just below the Menu bar. By using this link to Amazon The Homeschool HUB will earn money through Amazon's Associates program on everything you purchase. So whenever you think "Amazon" please remember your purchase can help The Homeschool HUB. The Homeschool HUB is collecting used textbooks.  Contact Diane Day:  joharding_20@yahoo.com or 269-445-1900. The Homeschool HUB is continuing to collect Campbell Soup labels, Campbell's Chunky Soup labels, Campbell's Healthy Request labels, Campbell's Select harvest, Franco-American, Pepperidge Farm, Spaghettios, Swanson, V-8 Beverages, V-8 Fusion, Prego Italian Sauces and Campbell's Food Service.   Give your labels to any board member or bring them to our homeschool functions. --AND-- We are still accepting Boxtops for education labels.  You can find these on many products. Go to Boxtops for Education.org for more info, and then SAVE SAVE SAVE  those labels.  Each one nets 10 cents and every 10 cents adds up. You can give them to any HUB board director or bring them to any of our functions that we will be having.  Thank-you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ DISCLAIMERS: While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children. Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.

Homeschool HUB News Update--March 25

Homeschool HUB News Update--March 25 Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094 email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy   The information below is offered to you as a service.  Please research and decide for yourself the value to your family.  The Homeschool HUB does not endorse any programs or services other than those offered by the Homeschool HUB.     Send information to be added to the update no later than the Thursday before the week you want it to appear:  homeschoolhub@yahoo.com ON THE CALENDAR: Details for the following events are on the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub April 1--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp April 14--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex April 15--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental. GENERAL INTEREST: G 1) Webmaster out of town G 2) Homeschoolers Get Fit G 3) National Homeschool Book Award  G 4) Free resource to use for learning about earthquakes (or learning Spanish)  G 1) Webmaster out of town   No postings to the web site this week, due to a much deserved vacation for our super web master!! Check back next week for new Random Fun Stuff, new scholarships, and more. G 2) Homeschoolers Get Fit Greetings, I just wanted to pass along this CurrClick event as I thought your regional group members might have some interest. Running March 21st-May 30th, CurrClick is putting on it's first annual Get-Fit-Athon. Participation is completely free. Homeschoolers from 4 different regions in the world will be competing to see who can cover the most miles: Team Australia, Team World, Team USA East and Team USA West. Participants will get a free exercise log and will be able to attend free fitness and nutrition seminars. Not only that, but we will be giving away 3 iPod Shuffles to winners of our team spirit awards. Again, there is absolutely no cost to participate. If you believe that members of your group would like to participate and bring your particular region to victory, please pass this along to them. More information can be found at: http://www.currclick.com/cclick_getfit.php Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions! Warm Regards, Leah Nieman CurrClick.com and CurrClick Live http://www.currclick.com Curriculum and Classes in a Click! e: leah@currclick.com p: 309-678-9576 f: 888-283-4133 G 3) National Homeschool Book Award   In the Clickschooling review today there is an article about a new program called the National Homeschool Book Award.  It looks interesting.  They have four nominated books, which they'd like students to read.  Then students vote for which is the best.  It's a good way to choose some "current juvenile fiction that explores learning experiences occurring outside the traditional classroom setting and that resonates with homeschool readers".  Due to copyright considerations we can't cut and paste the article here.  Instead we have attached the entire Clickschooling issue to the update.  You can read the article there because it does a good job of describing the award and telling why it's a good idea, then go to the website to read about the four books here:  http://www.nationalhomeschoolbookaward.com/   By the way, Clickschooling is a great resource for homeschoolers! G 4) Free resource to use for learning about earthquakes (or learning Spanish)   Panda's Earthquake Escape is a children's book available free online.  It's located here if you want it in English: http://www.sylvandellpublishing.com/eBooks/reader/book/Panda/?lang=en here if you want it in Spanish:  http://www.sylvandellpublishing.com/eBooks/reader/book/Panda/?lang=sp   There is lots of good info on earthquakes at the end of the book, but the print is hard to read.  You might have to print it out and read from that.   MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES  1) Homeschool Girl Scout Troop  2) Bethel Play 3) Robotics regional tournament in Niles this weekend 4) Free Jazz and Percussion Ensembles Concert at Bethel College 5) Bethel College Concert Band Presents Free Performance 6) Bethel Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles to Perform Free Concert 7) 47th Annual International Food Fair 8) Volunteer Opportunities 1) Homeschool Girl Scout Troop Hello, Our troop would like to invite all homeschooled girls in 2nd through 5th grade (or ages 7 to 10) to join our homeschool Junior/Brownie Girl Scout troop. We recently added the Junior level to our troop so now we can give 4th and 5th grade girls this wonderful opportunity too.   I am an experienced leader co-leading with another homeschool mom, Lisa Weaver. Scouts is a great chance for girls to learn and experience new things with other girls their age. We have regular meetings every other Friday. We are planning some fun troop activities like a living storybook walk, a garden tea party, badge work, camping, service projects with Reins of Life and a local soup kitchen, and much more.   If you have any questions or would like information on meeting times and places please email me directly at abarber1@nd.edu. Also if you would like to get an overview of Girl Scouts in our area, visit www.gsnim.org Our next meeting is April 1. Hope you can join us! Annice Barber 2) Bethel Play Wednesday, April 6 at 1 PM will mark the last Bethel College play of the school year. "The Selfish Giant" will be performed for a special discounted price. Tickets for this event will cost $3 for students, teachers are free. If you are interested in reserving tickets, you may contact me, Diane Day @ 269-370-4589 or Bethel's box office 574-674-3425. Let's turn out for this last play and show Bethel College that we appreciate them providing us the opportunity to see their high quality plays for a minimal fee. 3) Robotics regional tournament in Niles this weekend   Friday and Saturday, all day long, high school robotics teams from all over the state will converge on Niles High School for a regional tournament.  These are the big robots competing in an arena in the gym.  Admission is free and it's really fun to see.  Also make sure to wander through the 2nd gym where the "pit area" is located.  Teams will be furiously working on their robots between rounds.  There are several local team competing.  Excel, made up entirely of homeschoolers; Niles High School, a rookie team this year; and Berrien Springs High School, another rookie team with several homeschoolers on it.  This is the first year we've had a regional in the area, and it will be an annual event.  Come out and support the teams, and see if it's something your students might like to participate in themselves.  Note:  Robotics teams require builders and programmers, but also web site designers, art and business students to help with designing t-shirts, a logo, marketing materials and more, public speakers for presentations to schools, school boards, sponsoring companies, and the general public.  Don't think the only kids on robotics teams are the ones building the robot.  It's a team effort requiring many different talents.  For instance, there are students making up scouting report sheets and inputting the information the scouts bring them during the rounds into a spread sheet on a laptop.  The info helps as the team advances and gets to a point where they have to choose their alliance partners.  The fun and excitement during one of these tournaments is infectious.  Come check it out (and bring earplugs for any older folks who come along) Friday, March 25, 2011 Pits open 8:00 am Opening ceremonies 10:30 am Matches begin 11:00 am Lunch break 1:30 pm Matches resume 2:30 pm Matches end 7:00 pm Pits close 8:00 pm    Saturday, March 26, 2011 Pits open 8:00 am Opening ceremonies 9:00 am Matches begin 9:30am Alliance selection 12:30 pm Lunch break 1:00 pm Elimination matches begin 2:00 pm Awards ceremony 5:00 pm Pits close 6:30 pm   4) Free Jazz and Percussion Ensembles Concert at Bethel College   Bethel College will present the spring Jazz and Percussion Night April 8 at 7:30 p.m. in the Everest-Rohrer Chapel/Fine Arts Center – Auditorium. The concert will feature the Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo and Percussion Ensemble directed by Reginald Klopfenstein, D.M., professor of music.   The wide spectrum of music will include jazz compositions by George Gershwin, Duke Ellington, Thad Jones, John Coltrane and others. The Percussion Ensemble's repertoire will include Kabelevsky's "Galloping Comedians" for mallet ensemble, and "Rain Dance," which is entirely in seven-four time.   "The audience will enjoy this entertaining and engaging concert, as these groups present their final concert of the year," says Klopfenstein.   Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Bethel College department of music at 574.257.3393. 5) Bethel College Concert Band Presents Free Performance                                                                                                           The Bethel College Concert Band will perform its spring concert, "Musical Impressions: The British Isles," on Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Everest-Rohrer Chapel/Fine Arts Center – Auditorium. Under the direction of Ardis Faber, D. A., the Concert Band will feature wind band music of Ralph Vaughn Williams, Percy Alderidge Grainger and Ron Nelson. Concert selections include: "Children's March and Irish Tune from County Derry" by Grainger; "English Folk Song Suite, Linden Lea;" and "Flourish for Wind Band" by Williams. A smattering of Renaissance dance music, "Courtly Airs and Dances" by Nelson will also be included in our program.   "In this music, one hears the depth of simplicity in the music of the dance and in the folk songs of England and Ireland. The playfulness found in the melodies of Grainger's "Children's March" lingers with those who hear it for the first time," says Faber. "With our daily lives being filled with complexity, listening to live music is able to unravel our complex lives for a short time."   Admission is free and open to the public. For more information contact the Bethel College music department at 574.257.3393. 6) Bethel Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles to Perform Free Concert   The Bethel Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles will provide an enlightening learning opportunity and a unique listening experience in concert Tuesday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Everest-Rohrer Chapel/Fine Arts Center – Auditorium. Conducted by Assistant Professor of Music Vicky Tan Warkentien, D.M.M., the concert is free and open to the public.   Repertoire for this program includes: "Egmont Overture, Op. 84," "Sextet in E flat for 2 Horns and Strings, Op.81b" and "Quintet in E flat for Piano and Winds, Op. 16" by Ludwig Van Beethoven; and "Symphony No. 1 'Classical', Op. 25"with the first movement by Sergei Prokofiev. The show will also include pieces by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, with a "Concerto for Flute, Harp, and Orchestra in C major, K. 299 – Second Movement." Also included in this performance is "The Waltzing Cat & Blue Tango" by Leroy Anderson and "Two Chinese Hymns Medley" by Douglas Smith.   For more information, contact the department of music at 574.807.7575 7) 47th Annual International Food Fair Date: March 17, 2011 Contact: pr@andrews.edu Phone: 269-471-6395 A longstanding Andrews University tradition, the 47th International Food Fair promises authentic cuisines prepared by volunteers from more than 20 international clubs representing cultures and traditions from around the world. The public is invited to attend this year's annual event on Sunday, March 27, at the Johnson Gym on the campus of Andrews University. From noon to 7 p.m., visitors will enjoy a small taste of the diversity represented among the student body. Admission to the event is free.    Each spring, dozens of campus clubs join together for this tasty tradition. Over 150 volunteers help prepare vegetarian entrees, drinks and desserts from countries around the world, including Brazil, Europe, Kenya, Korea, South Asia and South Pacific, to name a few. Each booth will offer an authentic menu while showcasing various displays, music and ethnic décor. Nearly 5,000 visitors attend the fair annually. Each year, there are the familiar ethnic dishes, such as eggrolls, quiche, chips and salsa, and new flavors including pansit, chapati (a special Indian bread resembling a tortilla) and samosas (a Southeast Asian triangular-shaped pastry shell stuffed with spiced potatoes, onions and peas). If you aren't feeling adventurous, an all-American favorite, the corn dog, is sure to please. Satisfy your sweet tooth with tasty bubble tea, Brazilian fudge candy, delicious pastries, cakes, rolls and an assortment of European bakery treats. Approximately $30,000 has been raised each of the past few years through the Food Fair, held annually since 1964. All proceeds benefit the participating clubs.   Food tickets can be purchased the day of the event in the ticket office of the Johnson Gym. Tickets are sold in increments of $5 and menu prices range from 50-cents to $6. Students will be allowed to access money from their cafeteria accounts to buy meal tickets. For more information, please contact the Office of International Student Services at 269-471-6395.  8)  Volunteer Opportunities A)   Volunteer This Weekend 3/26! The Inaugural Predict-A-Time World Championship Half Marathon in St. Joseph/Benton Harbor   WHEN:  Saturday, March 26, registration and volunteer arrival 6:30 am, race start time 7 am.  Runners will finish by 10 am.  (estimate) WHAT:  Half marathon course starts in St. Joseph , at Schu's Grill & Bar, 501 Pleasant Street and winds over to Jean Klock Park and the scenic Golf Club at Harbor Shores .               Volunteers will serve as intersection managers (you point - go that way) and water station managers (hand a glass of water to runner/walkers)   If you would like to run or walk there will be 2 divisions, Junior: 17 years and under and Open: 18 years and older.  The goal: it is you against the course.  You will predict your time before you leave and the person closest to their time is the winner.  No wrist watches or personal timing devises are permitted.  Splits will be given at the 5k and 10k markers.  Early registration: $35.  Day of event: $40.  Entry fee includes a dry fit t-shirt and a brunch following completion of the event.   WHY:   All proceeds will benefit the West Michigan Athletic Venture's Local Scholarship Program.    BENEFIT: Enjoy the fresh air on a Saturday morning, be part of an inaugural event, join the group for brunch and assist local athletes to pursue their dreams.    Just show up on Saturday morning to volunteer.  Orientation and assignments provided at 6:30 am.  B) Looking forward to Spring break season, the Silver Beach Carousel in St. Joseph , plans to be open everyday to provide a fun place for the families who stay nearby for their spring break vacation.  They will be open all day from March 24 to April 10.  Spring break for Indiana starts before southwest Michigan .   Even if the weather may be cool it will be warm inside with the smiles and laughter of the Carousel riders. They plan to be delightfully busy.  If you would like to see what volunteer options are open, check on line to view the job descriptions and time slots available.  There will be additional shift opportunities to be filled.  silverbeachcarousel.com and link to the volunteer section. There are some volunteer options that could be ideal for a young person and an adult to do together.  Check it out!  Questions?  Contact:   Debra Panozzo Adult and family volunteer coordinator Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan 269-983-0912 ext 13 St. Joseph 269-683-5464  Niles www.volunteerswmi.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LINKS TO SHARE: Check out the new links on www.hshub.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CLASSIFIEDS Looking for a group?  Join the HUB! There are several benefits of membership including a travel club and a resource library that includes things like books, games, laptops, video cameras and other items to borrow (free, members only). Members receive first chance at events and classes when availability is limited.  The cost of membership is only $24/year.  Information about becoming a member is on the website at www.hshub.org   MATH TUTOR Need Help With Math? (Grades 7-12, South Bend/Mishawaka area)   My name is Caleb Noble.  I'm a private math tutor (and former homeschool student) in South Bend. I have a bachelor's degree in mathematics and over two years of tutoring experience, ranging from pre-algebra to calculus. As a former homeschool student, I know the challenges that parents can face, particularly with high-school math, and I have experience with the Saxon math curriculum (both as a tutor and as a student). I can meet with you and your child in your home or at any other location in the South Bend/Mishawaka area.  To set up an initial meeting or if you have any questions, you can reach me at caleb_noble@hotmail.com or at 574-229-4657. First session's free! Have something for sale, free or trade?  Advertise here! Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too.  It's free! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LETTING IT RIDE: Amazon.com--Please come to www.hshub.org before you shop at Amazon.  You can either shop the Associate Store listed in the Menu bar or click on the "Help the Homeschool HUB - Purchase at Amazon" link just below the Menu bar. By using this link to Amazon The Homeschool HUB will earn money through Amazon's Associates program on everything you purchase. So whenever you think "Amazon" please remember your purchase can help The Homeschool HUB. The Homeschool HUB is collecting used textbooks.  Contact Diane Day:  joharding_20@yahoo.com or 269-445-1900. The Homeschool HUB is continuing to collect Campbell Soup labels, Campbell's Chunky Soup labels, Campbell's Healthy Request labels, Campbell's Select harvest, Franco-American, Pepperidge Farm, Spaghettios, Swanson, V-8 Beverages, V-8 Fusion, Prego Italian Sauces and Campbell's Food Service.   Give your labels to any board member or bring them to our homeschool functions. --AND-- We are still accepting Boxtops for education labels.  You can find these on many products. Go to Boxtops for Education.org for more info, and then SAVE SAVE SAVE  those labels.  Each one nets 10 cents and every 10 cents adds up. You can give them to any HUB board director or bring them to any of our functions that we will be having.  Thank-you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ DISCLAIMERS: While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children. Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.

Homeschool HUB News Update--March 18

Homeschool HUB News Update--March 18 Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094 email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy   The information below is offered to you as a service.  Please research and decide for yourself the value to your family.  The Homeschool HUB does not endorse any programs or services other than those offered by the Homeschool HUB.     Send information to be added to the update no later than the Thursday before the week you want it to appear:  homeschoolhub@yahoo.com ON THE CALENDAR: Details for the following events are on the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub March 25--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp April 14--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex April 15--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental. GENERAL INTEREST: G 1) New at the website! G 2) Homeschooling Article G 3) Homeschool Essay Contest G 1) New at hshub.org A scholarship competition based on testing your knowledge of the Civil War – for any major, and for ages 13 -19.  Go here to find the link:  http://www.hshub.org/College_Scholarships.html Random Fun Stuff has some tests that are actually fun!  Go to it here:  http://www.hshub.org/Random_Fun_Stuff.html G 2) Homeschooling goes mainstream Here is a link to a recent article homeschoolers might find interesting: http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/03/16/us-education-homeschooling-idUSTRE72F4WS20110316 G 3) Homeschool Essay Contest A contest for kids! Share your homeschool advise and you could win a Color Nook, worth $249 AND get published in our anthology, "Homeschooling Advise for Moms From the Real Experts, Kids!" There are SO MANY books written by adults and homeschool veteran parents about homeschooling. But don't people need to know what kids think? We believe so! Send us your short essay about what your mother does best in your homeschool and you could win a Color Nook AND be published in our anthology, "Homeschooling Advise for Moms From the Real Experts, Kids!"Just submit a short essay, sharing with other Moms and families about what your mother does in your day to day homeschool experience that is unique, inspiring and makes your homeschool a wonderful one. You could become a published author or even the proud owner of a brand new Color Nook! Hurry up and start writing! Entry Deadline is April 4th. CONTEST INFORMATION: We will select the top 30 essays we receive for publication. Plus, the author of our very favorite essay will win a brand new Color Nook. The final published book, "Homeschooling Advise for Moms From the Real Experts, Kids!" will be available for FREE download on the Friday before Mother's Day (Friday, May 6th.) A printed version of the book will also be available for sale. RULES: 1. All essays must be written by homeschool children ages 18 and under and be written about the author's mother or mother figure who is homeschooling them. Former homeschoolers are eligible to submit so long as they were homeschooled in the past and are not over the age of 18. 2. Ages 8 and under should write 500-1,000 words. Ages 9 and up should write 1,000-3,000 words. 3. Essays should try to take the form of an advise column. Remember, the people reading this book will want to learn from you about your positive experience with your homeschool teacher, your Mom.* What does she do that is unique, interesting and wonderful that you believe other Moms should be doing too? 4. Essays must have been proofread and spell-checked. PLEASE do not double space after your punctuation as it makes things difficult for our graphic designers. Only one space should follow every period. Essays with typographical, spelling, and/or grammatical errors will not be considered. 5. Please include a short bio about your Mother and yourself as well as catchy title for your essay. You must include your name, age, where you are from and how long you've been homeschooled. 6. Please attach a small jpeg picture (200 by 175 pixels) of the Mother you are writing about. 7. Essays should not be submitted in document form, but rather sent in the body of an e-mail to staley@currclick.com with the subject line reading: Advise for Moms. NOTIFICATION AND PRIZES All published essayists will be notified on or before Mother's Day. All authors whose essays are selected for the anthology will retain the copyright to their work. The winning essayist will receive a Color Nook and 1 printed copy of the anthology by May 16th. 2nd and 3rd place winners will also receive a printed copy. All essayists will be able to download the final book for free. PRIZE INFORMATION Nook Color The Ultimate Reading Experience "The Best Dedicated eReader" –The Associated Press * Stunning 7-inch color touchscreen * Magazines & newspapers in rich color * Kids' books come alive * Over 2 million titles at your fingertips * Get social, surf the web, play games, even listen to music. *Please note that we acknowledge and sincerely appreciate the vital and varied role that Dads contribute to homeschooling. But, this is a Mother's Day contest. Don't feel left out, Dads! We promise to do something for you for Father's Day!   MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES 1) Exchange City program 2) 28th Annual Michigan Home Education Convention 3) Volunteer Opportunities 1) Exchange City program - sign-ups now This is an all day simulation on June 1 in Taylor, MI (Detroit area), following a 10 week prep economics unit study (starting at the end of March) for ages 9 & up.  When we participated several years ago it was mostly ages 9 – 15, not many high school kids.  Students spend the day running everything themselves.  The cost is $75.  Here is the description from their web site: "Prior to the visit to Exchange City students work at home to complete related economic unit studies. All materials are provided. We suggest the work can be completed reasonably over a ten week period, working 2-4 hours a week. Students will create resumes, complete job applications and have job interviews, for more 60 different jobs within the city! They take on roles of business owners, entrepreneurs, employees, public officials, consumers and citizens in a wide variety of businesses. These include: City Bank; Radio Station; Post Office; Health Center; Newspaper; Utility Company; Restaurant; Distribution Center; City Hall and a variety of retail stores and other business. At the city students learn to create a business plan, calculate payroll expenses, plan advertising, take on accounting services, purchase materials, pay rent, pay taxes, and utilities. They also apply for a commercial business loan, write radio and newspaper advertisements, design business signs and logos, and create business slogans. Students and their businesses pay taxes, bills and repay loans as they market a product, make payroll and live within the laws of the city. The Enterprise City program fee includes the home school curriculum pdf, on-line elections unit, job application process, ongoing program support, parent volunteer training, 7.5 hour simulation experience in Enterprise City, two Enterprise City paychecks, a checking account with personal checkbook and any merchandise purchased in the city during the simulation experience (students will take everything home that day). This is not an overnight program. This is a drop off program because there is very limited space on site. We suggest visiting the local children's museum or retail shops in town while the program is taking place." Their web site is here:   http://www.fieldtripresourcecenter.com/products/Exchange-City%3A-Exchange-City-Simulation-Experience-%252d-Fri-%252d-Jun-10-%252d-2011-%252d-08%3A30-AM.html 2) 28th Annual Michigan Home Education Convention Join us Friday & Saturday, May 20 - 21, 2011   Michigan's largest homeschool event of the year is coming soon to the Lansing Center in downtown Lansing! Are you coming, too?     YOU ARE INVITED Bring your whole family (children, teens, and grandparents, too!), friends interested in finding out more about homeschooling... and your whole homeschool co-op, support group, or sports team! Come be encouraged, educated, and equipped for your homeschool journey as you listen to dynamic speakers, chose from almost 100 workshops; shop the exhibit hall full of amazing resources; meet the homeschool graduates 2011; network with homeschooling friends new and old, and so much more! Lansing Center Building Lansing Center - 333 E. Michigan Ave, Lansing Early Bird Online Registration is now open at www.inch.org. Register by March 31 for the best rates! 3) Volunteer Opportunities A) Spring Achievement in Berrien County is the only ALL 4-H exhibition where 4-H'ers showcase their project achievements over the last year. This event is a good family volunteer option.  It is kid friendly.  Volunteers step in and help as things are happening through out the busy weekend.  Between the events you and your family can look at the projects.  (Don't tell your kids - they might even learn something!) WHERE:  Orchard Mall in Benton Harbor     WHEN:     Saturday March 26 - Sunday March 27 Volunteers should check in at the 4-H Information Booth near the stage at The Orchards Mall - look for signs. Help needed Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Volunteers will help set-up different things in between demonstrations and events.  They also be project watchers to help secure exhibits.  Volunteers are welcome to bring a book/magazine to read while they keep an eye on exhibits or direct people with questions to the 4-H Information Booth.  There will be a blood drive that runs from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday and a service event from 12-4 pm that volunteers may wish to participate in.  The 4-H Talent Show begins at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and will need assistance. On Sunday, volunteers will serve as exhibit watchers and help release exhibits starting at 5:30 p.m.  There will be different events going on and being torn down throughout the afternoon.  Volunteers will do teardown and pack up at the end of the event. B)Project Bunny Buddies Brings Hope Easter is traditionally a time for hope. For children dealing with the stress of being in a shelter or foster home, the tradition of receiving an Easter basket can bring unexpected joy. A few years ago, seeing her own daughter's "happiness she felt on opening her Easter basket" inspired Jennifer Barber-Ruchti to extend that experience to some children whose parents might not be able to provide even a simple gift. That year, Mike and Jennifer Ruchti, and their daughter Cecilia, took some Easter baskets to a homeless shelter. "Some of the parents had never themselves received an Easter basket, let alone been able to give one to their own child," Jennifer learned from the workers. In order to reach even more children, she presented her idea to the Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan, which took her dream and "ran with it," according to Deb Panozzo, the Center's adult and family coordinator. Bringing volunteers together, the Center has been able to increase the number of children receiving a basket tenfold with its Bunny Buddies Project. Students from Michigan's St. Joseph High School's Key Club will be joined this year by additional schools' clubs to assemble the donations. Presently the Volunteer Center is collecting items to fill this year's baskets. Especially needed are gifts, especially for the older children who are in foster care, the juvenile center and shelters serving the homeless and victims of domestic violence. Donations of wrapped candy, baskets, grass, trinkets and toys are needed. Girls like make-up, lip gloss, nail polish, inexpensive jewelry, purses, hair products, and scarves. Boys like small games, wallets and hats. Also socks, tee shirts, breakfast bars, stickers, pens, and decks of cards would be good. There are nearly 300 children from infants to age 19 in care, to whom they hope to present baskets. Case workers who presented baskets last year to those recently removed from their homes found the chocolate and gifts helped "ease the pain" during the difficult transition to foster homes. "Their eyes lit up like it was Christmas morning," another commented, along with, "The Easter Bunny remembered me." "The children were beyond excitement - and that was before they started eating sugar." "It is an extra, but sometimes the 'extras' are so important to an individual's spirt," Jen said, who continues to be the volunteer coordinator of the Bunny Buddies Easter Basket Project, even as her family as grown with the addition of a son, Donevin. Advisor Lauri Berry and the students of the St. Joseph Key Club, will again organize the assembly of the baskets with the donated items and label them according to age and gender. Donations are being accepted through April 8 at both of the Volunteer Center locations in Niles and St. Joseph. Distribution will be made by the Department of Human Services. For more information go to www.volunteerswmi.org. Call 269-983-0912 or 269-683-5464 for more information. The Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan is a United Way partner agency affiliated with the HandsOn Network and Youth Volunteer Corps of America.   C) 2011 Season FIRST Robotics Competition aka LOGO MOTION Coming to Niles youth and adults from near and far for a Robotic Competition - check out their web site to see if there what the remaining volunteer slots are to be filled. It will present the most up to date info for you to make an informed decision re: volunteering.  If you have trouble connecting - contact the Volunteer Center . 2011 Season FIRST Robotics Competition aka LOGO MOTION      Niles FIRST Robotics District Competition When: March 25 to 26 2011 Where: Niles High School 1441 Eagle Street Niles, MI   49120 Register in the volunteer system at www.usfirst.org/vims. http://www.usfirst.org/community/volunteers/content.aspx?id=15692 Debra Panozzo Adult and family volunteer coordinator Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan 269-983-0912 ext 303 St. Joseph 269-683-5464 ext 322 Niles www.volunteerswmi.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LINKS TO SHARE: Check out the new links on www.hshub.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CLASSIFIEDS Looking for a group?  Join the HUB! There are several benefits of membership including a travel club and a resource library that includes things like books, games, laptops, video cameras and other items to borrow (free, members only). Members receive first chance at events and classes when availability is limited.  The cost of membership is only $24/year.  Information about becoming a member is on the website at www.hshub.org   MATH TUTOR Need Help With Math? (Grades 7-12, South Bend/Mishawaka area)   My name is Caleb Noble.  I'm a private math tutor (and former homeschool student) in South Bend. I have a bachelor's degree in mathematics and over two years of tutoring experience, ranging from pre-algebra to calculus. As a former homeschool student, I know the challenges that parents can face, particularly with high-school math, and I have experience with the Saxon math curriculum (both as a tutor and as a student). I can meet with you and your child in your home or at any other location in the South Bend/Mishawaka area.  To set up an initial meeting or if you have any questions, you can reach me at caleb_noble@hotmail.com or at 574-229-4657. First session's free! Have something for sale, free or trade?  Advertise here! Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too.  It's free! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LETTING IT RIDE: Amazon.com--Please come to www.hshub.org before you shop at Amazon.  You can either shop the Associate Store listed in the Menu bar or click on the "Help the Homeschool HUB - Purchase at Amazon" link just below the Menu bar. By using this link to Amazon The Homeschool HUB will earn money through Amazon's Associates program on everything you purchase. So whenever you think "Amazon" please remember your purchase can help The Homeschool HUB. The Homeschool HUB is collecting used textbooks.  Contact Diane Day:  joharding_20@yahoo.com or 269-445-1900. The Homeschool HUB is continuing to collect Campbell Soup labels, Campbell's Chunky Soup labels, Campbell's Healthy Request labels, Campbell's Select harvest, Franco-American, Pepperidge Farm, Spaghettios, Swanson, V-8 Beverages, V-8 Fusion, Prego Italian Sauces and Campbell's Food Service.   Give your labels to any board member or bring them to our homeschool functions. --AND-- We are still accepting Boxtops for education labels.  You can find these on many products. Go to Boxtops for Education.org for more info, and then SAVE SAVE SAVE  those labels.  Each one nets 10 cents and every 10 cents adds up. You can give them to any HUB board director or bring them to any of our functions that we will be having.  Thank-you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ DISCLAIMERS: While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children. Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.

Homeschool HUB News Update--March 11

Homeschool HUB News Update--March 11 Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094 email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy   The information below is offered to you as a service.  Please research and decide for yourself the value to your family.  The Homeschool HUB does not endorse any programs or services other than those offered by the Homeschool HUB.     Send information to be added to the update no later than the Thursday before the week you want it to appear:  homeschoolhub@yahoo.com ON THE CALENDAR: Details for the following events are on the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub March 18--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp April 14--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex No HUB Game Night this month March 18--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental. GENERAL INTEREST: G 1) New at the website! G 2) New Update Format G 3) Nature Photography contest for ages 18 & up G 4) Cincinnati Homeschool Convention G 1) New at hshub.org This week we've added links and short descriptions for half a dozen new resources in the area of Language Arts - spelling, writing, grammar, and early reading. - Check it out here: http://www.hshub.org/Language_Arts.html Random Fun Stuff this week showcases a couple of fun juggling routines: http://www.hshub.org/Random_Fun_Stuff.html Summer opportunities from NASA INSPIRE program: http://www.hshub.org/Summer_Programs.html G 2) New Update Format The update is being reorganized; there will be two sections of information, one of general interest, and one for local/regional events.  This may be a work in progress for a while, so please be patient until the kinks are worked out.  As always, don't forget to check out the classifieds and the "Letting it Ride" section at the end. G 3) Nature Photography contest for ages 18 & up This contest is free to enter, and the top prize is $1,000.  Seniors, older siblings, and parents could all enter.  Entry deadline is March 31st.  For all the rules and info go here: http://www.ohio-distinctive.com/britannica/photo_contest/rules/ G 4) Cincinnati Homeschool Convention For those going to the upcoming convention in Cincinnati, or considering going, here is where to find all the info: MidWest Homeschool Convention in CINCINNATI, OH March 31 - April 2, Duke Energy Convention Center 300+ INFORMATION-PACKED WORKSHOPS! http://www.cincinnatihomeschoolconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/2011-MidWest-_Cincinnati_-Schedule-of-Speakers-Topics.pdf   MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES 1) Free Jazz Concert 2) Spring College Fair 3) Homeschool Family Day at the Capitol (MI) 4) Urban Games 5) Basketball Class 6) Tillers International Plow Day April 30th 7) Field Trip Aboard the Schooner Manitou 8) The Importance of Being Earnest 9) Homeschool Book Sale 10) Tennis Class 11) Volunteer Opportunities 1) Free Jazz Concert The Bethel College Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo will perform its 13th annual Jazz Coffeehouse Concert for free on Friday, Mar. 18, at 8 p.m. in the Bethel College Dining Commons. A wide variety of jazz compositions and arrangements will be performed featuring Bethel students, including the music of  Duke Ellington, Glen Miller, Thad Jones, Tito Puente and many others.  Compositions include "In the Mood," "A Mighty Fortress," "Cry Me a River," "Gospel John," and "I Got Rhythm." Guitarist Bear Riggs, saxophonist Mackenzie Borst and vocalist Samantha Hartsough will be among the featured soloists. "I love the casual setting where people can enjoy light refreshments while listening to some wonderful music," says Director Reginald Klopfenstein, D.M. 2) Bethel to Host Michiana Spring College Fair Bethel College will host the Michiana Spring College Fair Tuesday, March 15 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. in the Wiekamp Athletic Center. More than 45 colleges/universities and organizations are expected to attend. High school students from at least six South Bend and Elkhart schools will be transported by busses provided by the 21st Century Scholars. Other sponsors and cosponsors for the fair include: Bethel College, Work One, 21st Century Scholars, Ivy Tech South Bend and IUSB. "The Michiana Spring College fair is a chance for local high school students to connect with college representatives from a variety of regional colleges and universities. Students often gain a greater desire to pursue further education by attending college fairs. This year's fair is going to be a great resource for all local high school students," says Bethel College Admission Counselor Tom Carpenter. The event is free and open to the public. For more information contact Tom Carpenter at 574.807.7357. 3) Homeschool Family Day at the Capitol sponsored by the Home Education League of Michigan Mark your calendar for Tuesday, March 22, NOW! Your homeschool family will have a unique opportunity to observe the legislative process and spend time with elected officials at the State Capitol at HOME SCHOOL FAMILY DAY AT THE CAPITOL, co-sponsored by Senator Dave Robertson (26th District) and Representative Aric Nesbitt (80th District). The day will begin at 9:00 a.m. with an optional Prayer Walk around the Capitol at 8:15 a.m. You will learn firsthand how laws are made, attend a Committee Meeting, visit your Representative and Senator, observe a Legislative Session in progress, attend workshops, and take a guided Tour of the Capitol. At a Legislative Luncheon you will hear some of our newly-elected state legislators and get the latest information from state leaders. Learn about the threat to Parental Rights, Constitutional Principles, Courts and the Rule of Law from Justice Steven J. Markman, and Prayer Strategy. Activities end at 3:30 p.m. with optional tours and special events following including a reception for homeschool Family Action Teams. Suggested donation: $6 per person, or $4 online early DISCOUNT BY MARCH 15 Optional catered lunch: add $5 each or bring your own Advance Registrations Only - Space is limited! DEADLINE March 20. PRINTABLE FLYER: http://www.homeedmi.net/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=b4XnIMzvCz0%3d&tabid=165&mid=593   4) Urban Adventure Games this summer in South Bend Sign up now (ages 13 & up) and start training.  Web site at:  http://urbanadventuregames.com/ Teams of two will travel around Downtown South Bend, Mishawaka and the Notre Dame area utilizing the streets, waterways, bike paths, and even some "top secret" modes of transportation – all while solving clues that help them move on throughout the race. Participants will criss-cross the banks of the St. Joseph River, to the Golden Dome of Notre Dame, to the heart of downtown South Bend – and everywhere in between! Date: Saturday, July 30, 2011 Location: All events will be run out of Coveleski Stadium Open Division - This original "fun-paced" race is at the heart of what Urban Adventure is all about. You'll have a blast as you traverse South Bend completing both silly and challenging checkpoints. Whether you compete for the victory, or just ride for the views, the Open Division is less about breaking records, and more about making amazing memories. Elite Division - This fierce "fast-paced" race is for the thrill-seeking Urban Adventurers. You'll test your limits as you speed around South Bend and beyond participating in a variety of physical and mental checkpoints. Time, strategy, and willpower are crucial in the Elite Division. Will your team have what it takes to become the next UAG champions? Family Division - This unforgettable "family-paced" race turns the average family into full-fledged Urban Adventurers. You'll break a sweat and bond together as you experience South Bend in a whole new way. The Family Division encourages an adult to team up with their teen (13-17). As you bike the course and conquer the checkpoints, this race is sure to bring you closer together! Junior Division - This awesome "friendly-paced" race allows young Urban Adventurers to race and keep pace with their friends. If you're age 13-17, feel the need for speed, and are willing to tackle some crazy tasks, then cap off your summer vacation with a bang. Sign up for the Junior Division - It was made especially for you. Family/Junior Division - $40 per racer ($80 per team) Open / Elite Pricing:     * Until Tuesday, April 19th - $50 per racer     * Until Tuesday, July 19th - $60 per racer     * After 7/19 through Race Day - $70 per racer 5) Basketball Class   All students ages 12 through high school are invited to participate in a 6-week basketball class.  The class is limited to 10-16 students and are taught by a certified referee.  Students hone their basketball skills, practice Christian sportsmanship, and get a huge dose of fun exercise. Classes are 4:00 to 5:30 pm on the following dates: March 22, 29 April 7, 12, 19, 26 Location is the Niles Adventist School, 110 N. Fairview, Niles, Michigan Cost is $30 per student if s/he has already taken at least one sports class at Niles Adventist School during the 2010-2011 school year.  If this is the student's first time this school year to take any class at N.A.S., the cost is $45 (includes the insurance fee).  There is a discount for 3 or more students enrolled from the same family. Anyone wishing to enroll or to ask questions, may contact Dorothea Sarli at dsarli@melwade.com or 269-684-3590. 6) Tillers International Plow Day April 30th (in Scott's, MI, southeast of Kalamazoo ) Mark your calendars, this is the day when they plow their fields using draft horses and oxen.  They will let people give it a try for free on Plow Day from 1pm – 4pm.  Teens and children can try their hands at it too.  There will also be some demonstrations – blacksmithing, and possibly timber framing too. Here is a listing of their classes:  http://www.tillersinternational.org/tillers/classes_classlist.pdf Here is their web site:  http://www.tillersinternational.org/ 7) Field Trip Aboard the Schooner Manitou Scheduled May 23, 2011 RSVP RQD by May 2, 2011 Invitation to Homeschoolers: The 7th and 8th grade classes of Our Savior Lutheran School in Grand Rapids have rented the Inland Seas Schoolship out of Traverse City on Monday, May 23 from 1:00 - 5:15 pm. Currently we have 15 students and 3 adults attending. The ship has room for twice that amount. We would like to invite you to join us. Students will be divided into groups of 5 plus one adult (each group must have at least one adult and no more than 5 students). The price for each group is $150.00 ($25./person for groups of 6). If you are interested in joining us please contact Mr. Fred Gallert (teacher) by Monday, May 2, 2011. Students become "scientists for the day" as they collect and analyze various samples from the bay, with the help of trained instructors. In addition, students become the schooner crew, as they hoist the anchor, raise the sails, and take a turn at the wheel. For more information about the program aboard the schooner Manitou, go to www.schoolship.org  and click on schoolship programs then select School Field Trips Aboard the Schooners Manitou and Inland Seas. www.schoolship.org For more information: Mr. Fred Gallert, (teacher) Our Savior Lutheran School (616) 949-0710 fdgallert@hotmail.com 8) The Importance of Being Earnest Bethel College presents "The Importance of Being Earnest" Thursday, March 24 - Saturday, March 26, 2011.  The field trip/discount performance will be Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 9:30 am.  Diane Day (269-370-4589 )has tickets reserved if you prefer or you may call Bethel directly at 574-257-3425 The price for The Importance of Being Earnest is Students $5; teachers are free. 9)  Homeschool Book Sale The Homeschool Building in Grand Rapids has an annual used book sale that is big enough to make it worth the trip, both for buying and selling.  Plus, their building bookstore stays open that night too.  Here is the info for this year: The HSB Annual Used Book Sale - June 13th Monday • June 13, 2011 • 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM TABLE REGISTRATION * 200 - Six foot tables will be available to rent * Table rental fee-$15.00 each * Each renter may have only one helper or sharer per table (limit of two people per table). * To reserve a table: fill out a rental form, send or take to the Home School Building along with required fee. * Second chance selling: After 5:00 PM when tables open up, those still wanting to sell can rent a table for half price. * Confirmations will be sent after table fee is paid. * Table reservations are NOT available by phone. SHOPPING * Sale will be open from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM * No Admission Fee * To reduce crowding, please arrange childcare for your younger children The HSB BOOKSTORE The Bookstore will be open until 8:00 pm on the day of the sale!! Another great "shopportunity"!! DONATIONS The Home School Building will gladly receive donations of books not sold. All donations need to be brought to a donation table in the gym for a bookstore volunteer to sort through. PLEASE do not leave unwanted books...the books that are not accepted by the bookstore as a donation will go back home with you. EDUCATIONAL ACCENTS Once again, Educational Accents will be selling and buying used curriculum after the sale is completed. CONCESSIONS There will be meals and snacks available for purchase during set-up time and throughout the sale. Download 2011 TABLE RENTAL FORM > http://www.homeschoolbuilding.org/Static/UsedBooksaleTableForm.pdf 10) Tennis Class Tennis anyone? We have a couple of openings for the tennis class which takes place at Lakeland Athletic Club in Niles on Wednesdays from 1-2:30. The price for the class is $136.50 and it runs from now until June 1. This is roughly half the price you'd pay normally and it is offered as a special "homeschool discount". The athletic facility also has a work-out room with machines and if any parent would like to use it the fee for that is $5 each time you use it. Or, you can talk to the staff there to set up a short term membership which would allow you to use it more than once a week. Please email farmgirlbeth@gmail.com or give me a call: 219-628-4322. The class is starting now so don't delay in calling! 11) Volunteer Opportunities A) Would you enjoy spending a few hours with Russian Icons?  Windows to Heaven brings together a grouping of historically significant Russian Icons dating from 1500 to the present. St. Nicholas and St. George, Old Testament scenes, pictorial themes centered on the life of Jesus, and images of the Mother of God are represented in this collection.    The Krasl Art Center in St. Joseph is in need of Gallery Sitters during March and April for this fabulous exhibit. Volunteer times are 10 am -1 pm and 1-4pm on Monday through Friday.  If you would like to spend 3 hours of your day in this great way, times available as early as next week!  Contact Danielle at dshepherd@krasl.org for more information or call the Volunteer Center. Thinking about spring?  Consider these volunteer options: B) Sarett's Spring Stampede is Saturday, April 9.  This unique 5k walk and run takes advantage of Sarett's nature trails.  Funds raised from the event go to provide environmental education programs.  Volunteers serve as course spotters for the event - providing direction to the runners and walkers.  If you would like to volunteer or participate in the event for more details go to www.sarett.com. C) Love to garden?  There are community gardens in Benton Harbor , Niles and other places.  What do you love to do?  Plant, maintain, harvest or all of the above?  Some of the items are provided to food pantries where they hope to include fresh veggies when families receive packaged food from their food pantry.   If you would like to teach non-gardeners or youth about the joys of gardening - that role is also available.  Or perhaps cooking is your thing and would you like to present on creative ways to use those fresh veggies.  Contact the Volunteer Center and we can connect you with a community garden near your home. D) Maintain flower boxes at the VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Benton Harbor.   This is would be a great option for a Master Gardener or for a plant lover.  This is a great option for a busy person because you can make this work with your schedule.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LINKS TO SHARE: Check out the new links on www.hshub.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CLASSIFIEDS Looking for a group?  Join the HUB! There are several benefits of membership including a travel club and a resource library that includes things like books, games, laptops, video cameras and other items to borrow (free, members only). Members receive first chance at events and classes when availability is limited.  The cost of membership is only $24/year.  Information about becoming a member is on the website at www.hshub.org   MATH TUTOR Need Help With Math? (Grades 7-12, South Bend/Mishawaka area)   My name is Caleb Noble.  I'm a private math tutor (and former homeschool student) in South Bend. I have a bachelor's degree in mathematics and over two years of tutoring experience, ranging from pre-algebra to calculus. As a former homeschool student, I know the challenges that parents can face, particularly with high-school math, and I have experience with the Saxon math curriculum (both as a tutor and as a student). I can meet with you and your child in your home or at any other location in the South Bend/Mishawaka area.  To set up an initial meeting or if you have any questions, you can reach me at caleb_noble@hotmail.com or at 574-229-4657. First session's free! Have something for sale, free or trade?  Advertise here! Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too.  It's free! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LETTING IT RIDE: Amazon.com--Please come to www.hshub.org before you shop at Amazon.  You can either shop the Associate Store listed in the Menu bar or click on the "Help the Homeschool HUB - Purchase at Amazon" link just below the Menu bar. By using this link to Amazon The Homeschool HUB will earn money through Amazon's Associates program on everything you purchase. So whenever you think "Amazon" please remember your purchase can help The Homeschool HUB. The Homeschool HUB is collecting used textbooks.  Contact Diane Day:  joharding_20@yahoo.com or 269-445-1900. The Homeschool HUB is continuing to collect Campbell Soup labels, Campbell's Chunky Soup labels, Campbell's Healthy Request labels, Campbell's Select harvest, Franco-American, Pepperidge Farm, Spaghettios, Swanson, V-8 Beverages, V-8 Fusion, Prego Italian Sauces and Campbell's Food Service.   Give your labels to any board member or bring them to our homeschool functions. --AND-- We are still accepting Boxtops for education labels.  You can find these on many products. Go to Boxtops for Education.org for more info, and then SAVE SAVE SAVE  those labels.  Each one nets 10 cents and every 10 cents adds up. You can give them to any HUB board director or bring them to any of our functions that we will be having.  Thank-you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ DISCLAIMERS: While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children. Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.

Homeschool HUB News Update--March 4

Homeschool HUB News Update--March 4 Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094 email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy   The information below is offered to you as a service.  Please research and decide for yourself the value to your family.  The Homeschool HUB does not endorse any programs or services other than those offered by the Homeschool HUB.     Send information to be added to the update no later than the Thursday before the week you want it to appear:  homeschoolhub@yahoo.com ON THE CALENDAR: Details for the following events are on the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub March 11--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp March 10--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex No HUB Game Night this month March 18--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental. HERE'S THE BUZZ: 1) New at the website! 2) Request for Host Families (for 2011/12 school year) 3) High School Oceanography Opportunity 4) Kalamazoo Homeschool Expo 5) Mud Lake Bog Project 6) Garden Internship for High School student 7) 8) 9) 1) New at hshub.org Science contest for young naturalists in grades 7 -12 here:  http://www.hshub.org/Contests.html Info on summer drama camps at Amish Acres here:  http://www.hshub.org/ Random Fun Stuff with another Rube Goldberg machine, and a Candid Camera like prank in Germany here: http://www.hshub.org/Random_Fun_Stuff.html   2) Request for Host Families (for 2011/12 school year) This looks like a great experience for a homeschool family! We are looking for volunteers who are interested in possibly hosting an exchange student for the 11/12 school year. We have students 15-18 years old from around the world that will be arriving in late August for 5 or 10 months. We need host families for these students. We have students interested in a variety of activities including  all kinds of sports, scouts, youth groups, piano, art, dance music, reading, math/science, skiing, baseball, soccer, volleyball, hiking/camping, basketball, choir, band, drawing and painting. Without host families, we would not be able to help these students achieve their American Dream! Host families need only to provide a bed for the student and meals at home. Students can share a room with another kid. All other expenses are the student's responsibility. Host Families can consist of all make-ups such as single parent families, singles, couples with no kids, retirees, empty nesters, etc. These students make great mentors to younger children as well.   Host Families provide the following to host a student: -          A bed for the student (students can share a room) -          Meals at home -          Loving, caring, environment for the student   Students come with the following: -          Ability to speak English at a high school level -          Complete Health Insurance -          Spending money for anything they need including hygiene items, school supplies, clothes, long distance phone calls, etc) -          Open mind about their American experience   We have students from all over the world including:  Australia. Brazil, Italy, Denmark, Japan, Mongolia, Spain, France, Germany, Turkey, Thailand, Colombia, Korea, Slovakia, China, Taiwan, Belgium, Mexico, and many more. Your help is greatly appreciated, as we have several students to place with good host families! Exchange students can be a positive influence on your family, school, and community! If you are interested and would like more information, please contact me as soon as possible so that we can give the exciting news to the student that their American dream is going to come true! We are also looking for a few local coordinators as well. This is a paid, flexible part time position. Visit our website for details and to apply. www.chinet.org/ayp   Sincerely, Lisa Cabadas Area Administrator- Michigan Cultural Homestay International (CHI), a non-profit organization Email: chilisa@chinet.org 877-706-2508 toll free 313-580-9594 cell www.chinet.org/ayp 3) High School Oceanography Opportunity Ocean for Life program This is a summer field study at a national marine sanctuary.for which high school students may apply.  If accepted, all expenses are paid.  The 2011 field study will be held in Santa Barbara, California and on Santa Cruz Island hosted by Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary from July 14-26, 2011.  Applications are done online, and the deadline is March 7.  Here is the link: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/ofl/app.html 4) Kalamazoo Homeschool Expo The Expo is Saturday, March 12 from 8 am-4pm.  See attached flyer for details. 5)  Mud Lake Bog Project Hi everyone, As some of you may know, I have been working with a group of students in a class called "Environmental Conservation". We call it the "Bog Class" because we've essentially adopted Mud Lake Bog in Buchanan, Michigan, learned about it, experimented on it, and have been having a lot of fun there. (Well, getting poison sumac wasn't in the category of "fun", but I think you get the idea....) The kids in the class have come to the conclusion that the greatest threat to the bog and to wetlands in general is lack of awareness. So they've designed an awareness campaign -- and it involves you! (You didn't even know we were talking about you...) They would like you to visit the blog they've created and become a Follower -- it's easy to do. Just go to this address: http://bogblog1.blogspot.com/ There you will learn about some of the things they've been doing in the bog including removing the very invasive glossy buckthorn, going on a night owl trip, and more! Plus, you can join in on the challenge which they would appreciate greatly. You can also go to their facebook page:  Mud Lake Bog. Friend them. And have your friends Friend them. They'd like that a lot, too. Wherever you go, once you're done following and friending, send a link to your own friends so they can do the same. Anyone who visits these pages will be entered into a drawing for a free spring tour of the bog led by members of the class. If you have your own blog or website, please consider featuring. They want to get 100 Friends and Followers in a short amount of time -- sort of an experiment in social networking as well as spreading the great work they've been doing! Won't you help them out? Best ~ Beth Denton 6) Garden Internship for High School Students (app due March 7) If your student is a high school junior or senior and would like to work and learn at Fernwood during this summer, see the job description and application here (deadline March 7): http://www.fernwoodbotanical.org/webdata/general/2011%20Internship%20Application.pdf   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LINKS TO SHARE: Check out the new links on www.hshub.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CLASSIFIEDS Looking for a group?  Join the HUB! There are several benefits of membership including a travel club and a resource library that includes things like books, games, laptops, video cameras and other items to borrow (free, members only). Members receive first chance at events and classes when availability is limited.  The cost of membership is only $24/year.  Information about becoming a member is on the website at www.hshub.org   MATH TUTOR Need Help With Math? (Grades 7-12, South Bend/Mishawaka area)   My name is Caleb Noble.  I'm a private math tutor (and former homeschool student) in South Bend. I have a bachelor's degree in mathematics and over two years of tutoring experience, ranging from pre-algebra to calculus. As a former homeschool student, I know the challenges that parents can face, particularly with high-school math, and I have experience with the Saxon math curriculum (both as a tutor and as a student). I can meet with you and your child in your home or at any other location in the South Bend/Mishawaka area.  To set up an initial meeting or if you have any questions, you can reach me at caleb_noble@hotmail.com or at 574-229-4657. First session's free! Have something for sale, free or trade?  Advertise here! Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too.  It's free! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LETTING IT RIDE: Amazon.com--Please come to www.hshub.org before you shop at Amazon.  You can either shop the Associate Store listed in the Menu bar or click on the "Help the Homeschool HUB - Purchase at Amazon" link just below the Menu bar. By using this link to Amazon The Homeschool HUB will earn money through Amazon's Associates program on everything you purchase. So whenever you think "Amazon" please remember your purchase can help The Homeschool HUB. The Homeschool HUB is collecting used textbooks.  Contact Diane Day:  joharding_20@yahoo.com or 269-445-1900. The Homeschool HUB is continuing to collect Campbell Soup labels, Campbell's Chunky Soup labels, Campbell's Healthy Request labels, Campbell's Select harvest, Franco-American, Pepperidge Farm, Spaghettios, Swanson, V-8 Beverages, V-8 Fusion, Prego Italian Sauces and Campbell's Food Service.   Give your labels to any board member or bring them to our homeschool functions. --AND-- We are still accepting Boxtops for education labels.  You can find these on many products. Go to Boxtops for Education.org for more info, and then SAVE SAVE SAVE  those labels.  Each one nets 10 cents and every 10 cents adds up. You can give them to any HUB board director or bring them to any of our functions that we will be having.  Thank-you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ DISCLAIMERS: While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children. Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.