Homeschool HUB News Update--December 30
Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094
email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com website: www.hshub.org
Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy
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ON THE CALENDAR:
Details for the following events are on Details for the following events are on the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub
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
To subscribe to this newsletter, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HUBnewsletter/ OR send an email to the following address: HUBnewsletter-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Yes, you are welcome to forward the newsletter to anyone who might be interested! :-)
ON THE CALENDAR:
Details for the following events are on Details for the following events are on the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub
January 3--Homeschool Hangout at Clay Church Firehouse Youth Center 2-3:30
January 6--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp
January 12--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex
January 20--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental.
GENERAL INTEREST
G1) MITx - free online courses coming soon
G2) Free books!
G3) New: Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 Academic Intensives in 44 Cities
G1) MITx - free online courses coming soon
Here is an article about an interesting new thing that MIT is doing. These free courses could be done by homeschoolers and listed on their transcript, or they could pay the fee to get a certificate and include that with the transcript as well.
http://tech.mit.edu/V131/N59/mitx.html
G2) Free books!
These are free books and activities for kids, some are audio, others ebooks, including picture books and learning activities for babies and toddlers. Links on the page lead to free adult books, too.
124 Sites For Free Children's Books Online
http://www.techsupportalert.com/free-books-children?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+gizmosbest+%28Gizmo%27s+Best-ever+Freeware%29
G3) New: Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 Academic Intensives in 44 Cities
At 10:00 am eastern time on Tuesday, December 27, we'll open registration for Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 Academic Intensives in 44 cities throughout the U.S.
We're offering the deepest early registration discount as a special - Our deepest early registration discount on our newly opened Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 "Intensives" is available for three days: December 29th - 31st.
Subject Areas..
- Biology / Anatomy & Physiology Lab (7th-12th Graders)
- College Prep Writing (7th-12th Graders)
- Physical Science Lab (6th-12th Graders)
- Algebra Intensive (7th-12th Graders)
- Chemistry Lab (8th-12th Graders)
The average student at our intensives travels one hour and ten minutes to attend. Some families travel over three hours for two jam-packed days of fun and serious academics. :)
Cities: Columbia SC, Atlanta GA, Charlotte NC, Asheville NC, Raleigh NC, Winston-Salem NC, Jacksonville FL, Orlando FL, Seattle WA, Portland OR, Sacramento CA, Phoenix AZ, Albuquerque NM, Austin / San Antonio TX, Dallas TX, Oklahoma City OK, Colorado Springs CO, Salt Lake City UT, Rapid City SD, Billings MT, Minneapolis MN, Omaha NE, Cedar Rapids IA, St Louis MO, Indianapolis IN, Chicago IL, Lansing MI, Little Rock AR, Shreveport LA, Baton Rouge LA, Houston TX, Memphis TN, Nashville TN, Birmingham AL, Jackson MS, Knoxville TN, Lexington KY, Columbus OH, Charleston WV, Pittsburgh PA, Richmond VA, Long Island NY, Albany NY, Washington D.C.
Details are here..
http://www.landryacademy.com/lab-intensives.htm
MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
1) Basketball Class
2) Art Classes
3) January Programs at the Niles Library
4) Mid-Winter Conference Early Registration/Discount Deadline
5) 2012 INCH Conference
6) Tubing at Five Pines
7) Fernwood Events
8) Upcoming Fernwood Trips
9) Homeschool Days at the Creation Museum
10) Free IncrediWorld VBS Workshops at the Creation Museum
11) Adult Volunteer Opportunity
1) Basketball Class
All through 17 are invited to participate in a 12-week basketball class. Students learn the game rules, hone their skills, practice Christian sportsmanship, and get a huge dose of fun exercise.
Classes are 4:00 to 5:30 pm on the following dates:
January 9, 23, 30
February 6, 13, 27
March 5, 12, 26
April 9, 16, 23
Location is the Niles Adventist School, 110 N. Fairview, Niles, Michigan.
Cost is $75 per student. Niles and Berrien Springs public school partnership students may select this as a "community resource class."
Class size is limited to 16 students.
Anyone wishing to enroll or to ask questions, may contact Dorothea Sarli at dsarli@melwade.com or 269-684-3590.
2) Art Classes
Now that the holidays are almost over, it's time to think about January activities. If you can disseminate this information to your contacts I would appreciate it greatly. Hobby Lobby Classes begin January 5th! The Niles and Trinity classes begin on January 10th and 11th respectively. Please have families call me to reserve their spot. 574-271-8069.
Gloria Seitz
Art Instructor
NEW CREATIONS ART CLASSES FOR WINTER SEMESTER 2012
Gloria Seitz, a certified K-12 art teacher, will be teaching classes on the topic of Western Art History. This exciting class will be a seven week hands on discovery of the Renaissance through the 20th century of art and artists. A detailed time line including major movements in art will be covered. A trip to the Snite Museum of Art or the Art Institute of Chicago will conclude our study. The middle and advanced classes will be selecting an artist of their choice to study.
CLASSES WILL BEGIN ON Thursday, January 5th at Hobby Lobby, Tuesday, January 10th at Community EFC in Niles, and Wednesday, January 11th at Trinity EFC in South Bend. The last week in February will be reserved as a makeup week in case of snow days and the Art Festival will be held on Friday, March 2nd at 7 p.m.
Tuesdays, classes at Community Free Church in Niles are as follows: Ages 6-10 will meet at 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 9-13 meet from 11:45 -12:45 p.m. and 7th -adult meet from 1-2 p.m.
Wednesday classes meet at Trinity Free Church in South Bend. Ages 6-10 will meet at 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 9-13 meet from 11:45 -12:45 p.m. and 7th -adult meet from 1-2 p.m.
Thursday classes meet at Hobby Lobby in Mishawaka at the following times: Ages 6-10 will meet at 11:30-12:30 AND at 12:45-1:45 p.m.. Ages 9-13 will meet at 2-3. 7th through adult will meet from 3:15 -4:15. 8 through 13 year olds will meet from 4:20 -5:30 p.m. (Extra time at end of day to allow for cleanup!)
The cost for the seven week classes is $70 for the first child and $5 LESS for each additional child. You will save $5 on the total cost if you pay by January 2. Cost includes supplies (except those mentioned below), room rental, and Art Festival. Please reserve your spot by calling Gloria at 574-271-8069. You may register your information on line and print out a registration form at www.newcreationsart.com. Classes do fill up, so be sure to get your registration in early. Materials needed for the classes include 9x12" sketchbook, several sharpened pencils, a fine line Sharpie brand pen and folder for handouts. The 7th through adult class will also need a blank art journal (at least 8x10 without lines), a 12" ruler, 2H, HB, 2B and 4B drawing pencils, and a canvas. Canvas does not need to be purchased for the first class.
If you want to view more photos of the classes, check out New Creations Art Classes on Face book.
3) January Programs at the Niles Library
Board Week @ The Library – A week of FREE family fun events, Monday January 2nd through Friday January 6th.
Monday January 2nd from 2:00 – 4:00pm - Special Lego Free Build for ages 4 and up
Tuesday January 3rd – Friendship Bracelet making for ages 7 and up, from 2:00 – 4:00pm
Wednesday January 4th – Movie and Popcorn 3:00pm
Thursday January 5th – Science Night – from 6:00-7:45pm, four fun science experiments to try
Friday January 6th – Game Day - All Day!
Reading away your fines!- January 2nd – January 7th – come read away your fines in the youth services department – earn $1 for every 15 minutes of reading up to $10.00.
Clue – The Library Edition – is a winter reading program starting Jan. 2 and ending March 29th for youth ages 11-17. Someone at the library has committed a heinous act. Your job is to find out who, where, and with what. You will receive clues for every book you read (limit 3 per check in). You may check in your books read for clues every Thursday at the Youth Services Desk. Just like the actual game you may only make one guess as to who, where and with what. A grand prize will be given to the first teen to figure out the murder. All other correct guesses will be entered into a prize raffle to be revealed at the Grand Finale on April 6th. Sign up to receive your bookmark- which you will use to keep track of your clues - and books read.
Thomas the Train Party – Join us for a Thomas the Train Party on January 21st, 2012 at 10:30am, for ages 2-5. Come listen to a story, watch a short video, make a craft and enjoy a snack. Registration is required. Call 269–683-8545 x106 or email youthservices@nileslibrary.net.
Evening Storytime – a NEW evening story time will be held the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30. Come listen to stories, sing songs, and make a fun craft. Tuesday January 10th's theme will be Blue.
Chips 'n' a Chapter - a NEW after school program starting January 9th, for grades 1-5 will meet on Mondays at 4:30 in the story room. Come kick back with a small snack and listen to a story. Questions? Call 269-683-8545 x106.
The Jr. Garden Club – January 14th at 1:00pm we will be learning about terrariums and making our own. Please stop by or call 269.683.8545 x106 to sign up.
Squealers – a NEW baby lap-sit program designed for birth – 18 months meets every Wednesday at 9:30am.
Squigglers - a lap-sit preschool program will be held at 10:00am and 11:00am every Wednesday.
Storytime - will be at 10:30am and 1:30pm every Wednesday.
Chess Club will meet on January 7th and January 21st at 10:00am. All skill levels welcome.
Legos© @ The Library will meet on the 10th of January from 10:30am- 12:00pm for ages 9-14. Sign up starts January 1st at the children's desk, or call 269-683-8545 x106.
4) Mid-Winter Conference Early Registration/Discount Deadline
We are in the final countdown to MWC 2012! You have until January 13 to get your pre-registration forms and payments sent in to our Jenison P.O. Box (see below). Best MWC pricing options end that day! All our special pricing, including scholarships, discounted rates for ministry, home school leadership and teens, as well as our single parent pricing ALL end on January 13. After January 13 MWC registrations take place at the door.
Also MWC special pricing at our beautiful new hotel - Hyatt Place at the Byron Center Road exit off M-6 - ends on January 13 as well. Call them today at (616)724-1234 and be sure to mention our reservation group code "MWCH".
Visit our website for all the details, but most of all, make sure to join us as we welcome our keynotes, Dr. Jeff and Danielle Myers from Summit Ministries, Russell and Rea Berg from Beautiful Feet Books, along with Melinda Boring with our special edition portion.
Check out our wonderful MWC vendors and information providers. The Vendor Building along with Special Edition presentations (open to paid shoppers as well as registered attendees) opens at 1:00 pm on Friday afternoon. The main building doors will open for evening session at 6 on Friday evening. Information tables will also open at 6 in the main building.
MWC features special presentations by Homeschool Performing Arts and Reflections of Grace. Saturday morning discover how home educators are impacting 3rd world countries through Education in a Box. Enjoy the music and ministry of our new emcee, Chris Knobloch, throughout the weekend.
We hope to see you on January 27 and 28 at Grace Community Church at 3500 New Holland in Hudsonville, Michigan! Be sure to pre-register today! Visit http://MidWinterConference.wordpress.com/
Happy New Year!
Your MWC Steering Committee,
Andy and Valerie McDaniel
Dave and Lisa Knobloch
5) 2012 INCH Conference
Plan now to come: May 10-12, 2012 to the 29th Annual MI Home Education Conference at the Lansing Convention Center in Downtown Lansing.
While you may be focused on Christmas at the moment, Mother's Day will be here before you know it...and THAT is a weekend you need to have marked on your calendar! The 2012 INCH Conference is coming... the 2nd weekend of May! Reserve May 10-12, 2012! This year we will feature homeschool pioneer, Gregg Harris as our keynote speaker.
Other Featured Speakers include:
Thor Ramsey, Christian comedian, homeschool dad, author of "Homeschool vs. Public School..."
Joyce Burgess, founder of NBHE - National Black Home Educators
Hal & Melanie Young, of "Raising Real Men: Surviving, Teaching, & Appreciating Boys!"
James & Stacey McDonald, of "Raising Maidens of Virtue" and Family Reformation Ministries.
The Wissmann Family will minister to us through music.
plus almost 30 more wonderful workshop speakers!!!
6) Tubing at Five Pines
Tubing at 5 Pines is scheduled for the following dates:
Friday, January 13, 2012 from 10 am - 3pm
Friday, February 17, 2012 from 10am - 3pm
They will have a place for lunch as well as the snack shop open. Cost for tubing is $6, cost for skiing is $6 and both is $9. This is a lot of fun so pray for snow!
5 Pines requires an assumption of risk form to be filled out and signed by each participant. These will be available there.
If you have a group and would like to pick a specific date, let me know and I will attempt to divvy up the dates to eliminate overcrowding!
This event is open to all Homeschool families and friends.
If you have questions or would like to R.S.V.P. contact Diane Day 269-445-1900.
7) Fernwood Events
Book Group
Join Fernwood's book group at 10:30 am on January 28, as it discusses Eight Women, Two Model Ts and the American West by Joanne Wilke. You need not read the book to attend the meeting.
Fernwood Photo Contest
Hurry! The deadline to enter your Fernwood photos in our photography contest is January 22. Enter the youth, adult, or professional divisions. See the website for entry form and guidelines. And pick up your 2012 Fernwood desk calendar featuring photos from the 2010 photo contest.
St. Vincent's Day
In conjunction with her Gallery exhibit, Patricia Banker hosts a celebration for St. Vincent's Day. Patricia explains the traditions of St. Vincent of Saragossa as pateron saint of wine and vineyards, as well as other saints. Then raise a glass to honor St. Vincent by enjoying hors d'oeuvres and a sample of local wines. Fee $15 (Members $12). Register by January 19.
VEC Training
Thursday, January 5, 2:00-4:00 pm, Predators
Thursday, January 19, 2:00-4:00 pm, Winter Ecology
Fernwood could not share the magic of nature with more than 4000 children each year without the valuable help of volunteers. Interested in sharing nature with children? Join the Volunteer Educator Corps (VEC). Training is provided at regularly scheduled training sessions. All Fernwood volunteers are welcome to attend any session. Call Wendy Jones for more information.
Curious Coyotes
Saturday, January 28, from 2:00-4:00 pm
Children ages 6-10 learn about all that makes winter special: snow, animal tracking, active birds at the feeders, and much more. Please dress for walking the trails. Fee $10 (Members $8).
Mosaic Pendants
Thursday, January 19, 10:00 am to noon
Mosaics instructor Martha Branson-Banks helps you make a one-of-a-kind mosaic pendant necklace, featuring cut glass. All materials are provided, but feel free to bring pieces of glass or other small items from home to incorporate into your creation. Fee $25 (Members $20). Register by January 17.
Terrariums
Saturday, January 28, 1:00-2:30 pm
Green up your winter with a living terrarium, and enjoy gardening on a miniature scale in the comfort of your home. Bring an interesting glass container and small decorative elements, if you wish, and Fernwood will provide the plants. Need some suggestions for containers? Call Fernwood for a bit of inspiration for this fun and easy winter gardening class. $30 (Members $24) Register by January 20.
Winter Yoga Series
Specify Thursday OR Saturday
February 2 through March 15, 12:15 pm to 1:30 pm
Instructor Deirdre Guthrie of Yoga Glow teaches the fundamentals of the practice in this six-class series, including breathwork, alignment, and the development of both strength and flexibility. Make-up class the seventh week for those who sign up for the series and are unable to attend one practice. Drop-ins are welcome at $10 each, but it is suggested that you CALL AHEAD to ensure the class is running. Yoga mats and props included. Register by January 20 for the series! $60 (Members $48)
Sunday Journeys
From the comfort of the Clark Gallery and the Nature Center, explore the world in this series of exciting and diverse presentations. Consider an early arrival to enjoy a delicious warm lunch in the Fernwood Café.
Sunday, January 15, 1:00 to 2:30 pm: Spring in the Smoky Mountains with Wendy E. Jones, Head Naturalist
Sunday, January 29, 1:00 to 2:30 pm: The Magic of Ireland with Merlene Ogden and Cheryl Jetter, World Travellers and Trip Leaders for Fernwood
Watch for more Sunday Journeys in February and March!
8) Upcoming Fernwood Trips
(Keep in mind that a Fernwood membership is less than the difference in price for most of these trips!)
Winter Weekend at Higgins Lake, February 18-20
Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, nature study, and more in the Higgins Lake and Hartwick Pines area of Michigan. Snowshoes provided, ski rental and instruction available. Fee $325 (Members $260). Register by February 5. Call Jan Ferris for more information.
Smoky Mountains Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage,
April 24-29
Spring in the Smoky Mountains: Flowering plants, streams, waterfalls, songbirds, old-growth forests, and more. Over 100 programs are offered throughout the park, highlighting wildflowers, mountain ecology, wildlife, and much more. Attend the Sunday Journey program on January 15 for more information. Register by February 3 for best field trip selection. The cost is $700 (Members $550). Call Wendy Jones for more information.
Meijer Garden/Grand Rapids Public Museum Trip, March 23 Visit the Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park where colorful butterflies are sailing through the conservatory. After lunch (not included), enjoy exhibits of historic Grand Rapids, Native Americans, Michigan Civil War, Habitats, and much more at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. $75 (Members $60). Register by March 11.
Ireland, June 20 through July 1
Explore the great gardens of Ireland as well as historical, cultural, and religious sites. Reserve your spot on this popular tour by April 15. Registrations after that date will be accepted only if space remains. To learn more, attend the planning meeting on January 15 at 2:00 pm, or the Sunday Journeys program on January 29 at 1:00 pm. Contact Merlene Ogden at 269.471.3781, or
ogden@andrews.edu
for more information.
Isle Royale National Park, August 26 through 31
Lake Superior is home to our only island national park - Isle Royale. Enjoy dayhiking, sightseeing boat tours, canoeing, and ranger programs, and learn about the cultural, historical, and natural history of this unique island. Meet biologists who study the predator and prey relationship between the island's moose and wolves, and see their large moose antler and bone collection. The cost is $1950 (Members $1560). Attend the program on February 4 or call Jan Ferris for more information.
9) Homeschool Days at the Creation Museum
As you resume your Homeschool classes after the holiday, the Creation Museum has once again provided the perfect way to kick off the new year. For the months of January and February (Jan. 2 - Feb. 29, 2012), the Creation Museum will be running a special promotion especially for Homeschool families.
The Creation Museum presents a unique and unparalleled experience, a walk through time portraying significant, life-altering events from the past, illuminating the effects of biblical history on our present and future world. Be prepared to experience history in a completely unprecedented way. Our state-of-the-art exhibits, Stargazer's planetarium, life-sized dinosaur animatronics and beautiful outdoor gardens with paved walking trails and petting zoo make this an exciting addition to every homeschool curriculum.
For the months of January and February (Jan. 2 - Feb. 29), the Creation Museum will be running special pricing just for Homeschool families. Weekdays are Homeschool Days! Admission to the Museum is only $12 for adults (13 and up) and $8 for children (5-12). The Stargazer's Planetarium is also specially priced at only $5.
To take advantage of this special Homeschool offer, please present the attached PDF at the Creation Museum on the day of your visit. This pricing is ONLY available with the PDF coupon.
** As a special bonus, when your admission tickets are printed, they will be coded with the word "BLUE." Simply present your tickets in Noah's Cafe or the Dragon Hall Bookstore to receive a 5% discount on all purchases. The ticket must be presented at the time of purchase.**
Please pass this along to any, and all, homeschooling families you know. This is not a group rate. It is available to ALL Homeschool families. When you forward this message on, please be sure to include the attachment. If for some reason the PDF is not attached, you can access it here: http://tinyurl.com/89mqu9w
If you have any questions at all regarding the Fall Homeschool Days, contact Eddie Lutz at 859-240-6642 or email elutz@creationmuseum.org.
P.S. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO FORWARD THIS INFORMATION TO ANY AND ALL OF YOUR HOMESCHOOL CONNECTIONS!!
10) Free IncrediWorld VBS Workshops at the Creation Museum
If you are a VBS director, homeschooler, Bible teacher, or someone who works with children, and you'd like to learn more about the newest Answers VBS program for 2012, IncrediWorld Amazement Park, then we've got a workshop for you!
In this FREE hands-on workshop, held at the Creation Museum, you'll be able to browse the leader guides, sample a craft and snack, network with other VBS leaders, and have your questions answered by those who helped put together this year's exciting VBS! Coffee and donuts will be provided, and if you purchase a copy of the curriculum on-site, you'll receive a special discount. The workshop will last about one hour, and we will remain to answer questions for as long as necessary. There is no cost for the workshop.
Register today to reserve a spot at one of these four workshops:
• Friday, January 13 (10 am)
• Saturday, January 14 (10 am)
• Friday, February 3rd (10 am)
• Saturday, February 4th (10 am)
I will be hosting these workshops personally, and look forward to seeing you at one of the events!
Click Here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_C5GjLDYk6A to view a YouTube video of me describing the contents of the IncrediWorld VBS Super Starter Kit!
Currently, you can save 20% on IncrediWorld Starter Kits (normally $99.00) and Super Starter Kits (normally $189.00), but only until January 31st. Mention promo code VBS12EL when placing your order and I'll see that you receive a huge Outdoor Vinyl Banner (that's a $29.99 value), FREE!
To order your VBS kit and receive your free outdoor advertising banner, call me directly at 859-240-6642 or email: elutz@creationmuseum.org.
eddie lutz
area representative
elutz@creationmuseum.org
phone (888) 582-4253 ext. 377
fax (859) 727-5415
www.creationmuseum.org
11) Adult Volunteer Opportunity
A) What do you do for fun in January? I have an idea! How about an opportunity to volunteer at the Winter Delights Festival?
www.winterdelightsfestival.com
WHAT: Winter Delights Wine Festival
WHEN: Saturday, January 21, 2012, 5-9 PM REPORT T0 VOLUNTEER: 4:00 PM for Orientation
The preferred shift time and duration is for the duration of the event, from 5-9 PM. Training and orientation will begin at 4pm.
WHERE: Sign-Up Table, North Lobby (just outside of the Grand Upton Hall), Mendel Center . The Mendel Center is located east of Interstate 94 Exit 30. Please proceed past the main College entry on Napier Avenue , and turn Left at Yore Avenue. Please park in the North/Auxiliary Lot of Parking Lot A.
ATTIRE: Black or Navy slacks and White collared shirt; comfortable shoes for standing.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Volunteers will be assigned to pour 1 oz. wine tastes at a booth for a winery, distributor or other vendor. Volunteers will be introduced to the vendor whose products they will be pouring, then will receive a brief orientation regarding pouring and the vendor's products. The vendor will remain in the booth to answer any questions about the product.
BREAKS: Volunteers will be allowed short breaks upon relief by another volunteer or staff member at the event. Volunteers may tour the event and relax in sitting areas adjacent to the event. Volunteers will receive (6) FOOD taste tickets.
To volunteer: go to our web site www.volunteerswim.org and log on as a volunteer, link to Lake MI College Mendel Center to connect as a volunteer for the Winter Delights Festival. Or respond to this email, please note the Volunteer Center will be closed from December 23 till January 2 and I will respond to your email upon my return to the office.
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
"The Volunteer Center promotes, supports and connects volunteers working to build a strong, caring community."
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The HUB is a volunteer organization. Without the support and participation of homeschool families, we can't function effectively. 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. 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
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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.
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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 functions that we have. Thank-you!
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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.
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