Homeschool HUB News Update--November 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
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 the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub
December 2--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp
December 8--HUB Christmas Party and Cookie Exchange 7-10 pm at the Niles Police Complex
December 13--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex
December 16--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental.
December 8--HUB Christmas Party and Cookie Exchange 7-10 pm at the Niles Police Complex
December 13--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex
December 16--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental.
GENERAL INTEREST
G1) Free Printable Game
G2) Free on-line Frech Curriculum
G2) Free on-line Frech Curriculum
G1) Free Printable Game
You can download a free game called Musical Scoops that teaches musical note names and values. Once downloaded, you print it out to use it.
G2) Free on-line French curriculum
This website includes a free online French language curriculum.
MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
1) HUB Christmas Party/Treat Exchange
2) Fort St. Joseph Museum Holiday Open House
3) Spelling Bee Sign-up Deadline!
4) Help Spread the Light of Peace
5) Free Events at Fernwood
6) More Events at Fernwood
7) AmeriCorps Position Available
8) New Book Clubs for Teens
9) Bittersweet Ski Club
2) Fort St. Joseph Museum Holiday Open House
3) Spelling Bee Sign-up Deadline!
4) Help Spread the Light of Peace
5) Free Events at Fernwood
6) More Events at Fernwood
7) AmeriCorps Position Available
8) New Book Clubs for Teens
9) Bittersweet Ski Club
10) Help the HUB--holiday shopping!
1) HUB Christmas Party!
The Annual HUB Christmas Party will be December 8 from 7-10 pm at the Niles Police Complex. There will be a cookie/treat exchange also. Bring a snack to share, any games you want to play, and any friends and family who want to come. Drinks will be provided. If you want some yummy holiday goodies to take home, bring some cookies, candy, or treats packaged in groups of six. You'll take home as many as you brought and have a variety of treats to eat or share for the holidays. Come join us for some family-friendly holiday fun!
2) Fort St. Joseph Museum Holiday Open House
Hello,
I hope you will be able to join us for our Holiday Open House to be held Saturday, December 3rd from 10am to 1pm. The theme is A Christmas With Seuss, and our very special guest is The Grinch!! There will be lots of fun for everyone, and there's no admission fee, so please come!
Carol Bainbridge, Director
Fort St. Joseph Museum
508 E. Main St.
Niles, MI 49120
269-683-4702, ext. 212
cbainbridge@nilesmi.org
Fort St. Joseph Museum
508 E. Main St.
Niles, MI 49120
269-683-4702, ext. 212
cbainbridge@nilesmi.org
3) Spelling Bee Deadline!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 will be the last day to sign up and pay for this year's Scripps Spelling Bee. Contact Diane Day at 269-445-1900 for more information.
4) Help Spread the Light of Peace
The Peace Light from Bethlehem is on the move again in 2011. Sara Schinwald from Munderfing Austria had her lamp lit by the Greek Orthodox Bishop of Bethlehem on Monday 11/21/11. On Wednesday Sara, along with a little help from Austrian Airlines brought the Peace Light back to Austria. On Saturday she will appear on the Euro Vision program "The Advent Festival of 100,000 Lights". This is the 25th year the Peace Light has traveled to Austria, and when it arrives at New York's JFK airport on 11/29/11 it will be making its 10th journey to North America.
So far there are finalized plans for 27 Peace Light distributions, from Boston Massachusetts in the East to Rancho Santa Margarita California in the West, Winnipeg Manitoba to the North and Dripping Springs Texas to the South. Please
check the Calendar for the latest information on Peace Light availability. http://peacelight.org/calendar/default.html You also may find one of the maps available here to be helpful. http://peacelight.org/calendar/default.html
check the Calendar for the latest information on Peace Light availability. http://peacelight.org/calendar/default.html You also may find one of the maps available here to be helpful. http://peacelight.org/calendar/default.html
As in years past, if you report where you have taken the Peace Light to mailto://peacelight@peacelight.org I will do my best to get your location on a tracking map as soon as possible.
5) Free Events at Fernwood
Fernwood is having special family activities on the weekends of Dec 5, 12 and 18 and during Winter Break December 27-30. If you don't have a memebership, you will need to pay for admission to Fernwood, but the special events are free. Members enter free as usual.
Visit Santa in the Nature Center
Weekends through December 18, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Weekends through December 18, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
During December, kids can visit Santa in the Nature Center on Saturdays and Sundays through December 18. Bring your list!
Weekend Ice Carving Demonstrations
Weekends through December 18, call for times
Weekends through December 18, call for times
Talented ice carvers will demonstrate their craft at Fernwood on December weekends through December 18. Watch as crystal flora and fauna take form with the use of saws and chisels. Call ahead for schedule.
Free Children's Activities
Weekends through December 18, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
AND December 27 through 30, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Weekends through December 18, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
AND December 27 through 30, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Hey kids! While you're here, stop in the Chase Classroom and make a holiday craft for your tree, home, or to give as a gift. Looking for something fun to do while on school break? We will have more children's activities the week of December 27 through 30 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, or make a fun snow sculpture in suggested areas, weather permitting. Free with paid Fernwood admission.
Music in the Gallery on Sundays
Through December 18, 2:00-4:00 pm
Through December 18, 2:00-4:00 pm
December 4, Mockingbird, featuring John Tolhuizen and Paul & Pat Banks
December 11, Rick Willey and Katie Montoya
December 18, Molly Moon and Riely O'Connor
December 11, Rick Willey and Katie Montoya
December 18, Molly Moon and Riely O'Connor
Holiday Train Exhibit in Fern Conservatory
Be sure to check out our magical holiday train exhibit in the Fern Conservatory during December and throughout the winter months. The festively decorated conservatory will showcase the Pears Mill, St. Joseph Lighthouse, Niles Train Depot, and Notre Dame Golden Dome buildings, all made with natural materials by Applied Imagination. Two tracks with holiday trains can be viewed from the balcony or by walking through the conservatory. Include a visit to the train exhibit among your holiday traditions.
6) More Holiday Events at Fernwood
Christmas Greens Classes, December 10
While our greens class on December 3 is full, there are two other opportunities to create natural holiday decorations in the tradition of Fernwood founder Kay Boydston. We provide experienced instructors, fresh greens, and basic construction materials. Make three major projects in the full session from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm on December 10, or a 24" holiday wreath in the mini-session from 10:00 am to noon. Hurry! Register by December 2. Full session $50 (Members $40); Mini-session $12 (Members $10).
Breakfast with Santa, December 3, 10, and 17, 9:30 to 11:00 am
Bring your wish list and have breakfast with Santa Claus, then make a craft to take home. It's a fun time for the whole family! Adults $12, Children 6-11 $8, children 5 and under are free. Advance registration is required by the Friday before. This special holiday tradition fills quickly, so check your holiday calendar and register today!
Bring your wish list and have breakfast with Santa Claus, then make a craft to take home. It's a fun time for the whole family! Adults $12, Children 6-11 $8, children 5 and under are free. Advance registration is required by the Friday before. This special holiday tradition fills quickly, so check your holiday calendar and register today!
Holiday Graham Cracker Cottage for Kids
December 3, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
December 3, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Chef Tim helps kids make holiday cottages complete with snow icing and candy embellishments. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Register by December 1. $12 (Members $10).
Gingerbread for Grown-ups, December 4, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Release your inner child with Chef Tim in this fun and creative gingerbread workshop for adults. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and adult eggnog or hot cider while making a gingerbread house sure to amaze your friends and little ones. Register by December 1. $37 (Members $30)
7) AmeriCorps Position Available
I am sending this to you on behalf of the United Way of Southwest Michigan , feel free to forward to friends.
Are you interested in making a difference in your community?
The Michigan Association of United Ways AmeriCorps program is looking for team players who will commit one year of national service to serve Michigan residents statewide. Currently, we have two membership positions available to serve Southwest Michigan (Berrien, Cass & Van Buren Counties ); one will be serving on site at United Way of Southwest Michigan the second will be serving on site at Lake Michigan College. AmeriCorps members will provide Community Resource Navigation services under the direction of a local Site Supervisor. These members will help enhance and promote community services such as 2-1-1 and the Michigan Benefits Access Initiative; either through face to face contact on site at Lake Michigan College or through community involvement as the member located at United Way.
The program provides a $12,100 living allowance, a $5,550 education award, health and childcare benefits, travel opportunities, and an opportunity for professional development. The Michigan Association of United Ways has a strong commitment to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, providing equal opportunities to all those qualified without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation . Flexible schedule, extensive professional development opportunities, living allowance, and education award offered. EOE
If you are considering a career in the nonprofit field, or are interested in making a difference, please send a letter of interest to Anna Murphy at anna.murphy@uwsm.org of United Way of Southwest Michigan , PO Box 807 , Benton Harbor , MI 49023-0807 , no later than November 29th. (the date may be extended) No phone calls please.
For more information about the AmeriCorps Michigan Program visit www.americorps.gov
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
Adult and family volunteer coordinator
Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan
269-983-0912 ext 13 St. Joseph
269-683-5464 Niles
www.volunteerswmi.org
8) New Book Clubs for Teens
Book Clubs at the Niles District Library
Guys Read – Guys Read is a book club just for guys between the ages of 13 and 18. We will meet on Thursdays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, starting December 1st in the board room at the Niles District Library. The first book we will be reading is The Maze Runner by James Dashner. Make sure you have a library card so you can get your copy! If you would like to sign up for Guys Read or have any questions, please see Brandon at the Information Desk or call 269-683-8545 x111.
Girls Read – Girls Read is a book club just for girls between the ages of 13 and 18. We will meet on Thursdays from 4:30pm – 6:00pm, starting December 1st in the board room at the Niles District Library. The next book we will reading is The Fallen By Celia Thomson. Make sure you have a library card so you can get your copy! If you would like to sign up for Girls Read or have any questions, please see Rhonda at the Youth Services Desk or call 269-683-8545 x109.
9) Bittersweet Ski Club
Well, it's that time of year -- fun in the SNOW! I can't believe it's time for snow already -- where does the time go?
Anyway, I have attached information about joining Bittersweet Ski Area's ski club which entitles you to discounts on lift, rental rates. This year, both adult and student ski club passes are $14. These usually pay for themselves the first or second time you ski -- it's really a good deal if you plan on hitting the slopes a lot this winter. And I don't know if you've heard, but we're expecting a lot of snow this year!
The first attachment is a form that explains the program in more detail. The other two are the actual application forms.
If you're interested, please fill out the appropriate forms and send them to me (address below) BY December 5! Do not delay. Also include a SASE with your check in which your passes will be mailed (usually within 2 weeks).
Here's my address:
266 Olive Branch Rd.
Galien, MI 49113
266 Olive Branch Rd.
Galien, MI 49113
I prefer to communicate via email, but if you must call, here's my phone: 219-628-4322.
If you're part of one of the partnership programs (Berrien Springs or Niles), your student is entitled to ski for free (10 times if they signed up for the year-long class, and 5 times if only for the 1st or 2nd semester) if they sign up for the Individual Sports Class (skiing/tennis). Talk with the administrators of those programs to sign up.
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO ALL PEOPLE -- NOT JUST HOMESCHOOLERS!!! So get your friends in on the action and you'll all have a blast together :)
Beth Denton
10) Help the HUB--holiday shopping
Doing anyholiday shopping at amazon.com? Please come to the HUB first. It doesn't cost you anything, and it will help us out. Just 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. Please remember all your Amazon purchases can help The Homeschool HUB.
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LINKS TO SHARE:
Know of an interesting site? Share the link!
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CLASSIFIEDS
Looking for a group? Join the HUB! We need you.
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
Have something for sale, free or trade? Advertise here!
Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too. It's free!
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LETTING IT RIDE:
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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LETTING IT RIDE:
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.
Homeschool HUB News Update--November 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
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 the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub
December 2--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp
December 8--HUB Christmas Party and Cookie Exchange 7-10 pm at the Niles Police Complex
December 13--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex
December 16--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental.
December 8--HUB Christmas Party and Cookie Exchange 7-10 pm at the Niles Police Complex
December 13--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex
December 16--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental.
GENERAL INTEREST
G1) Free Printable Game
G2) Free on-line Frech Curriculum
G2) Free on-line Frech Curriculum
G1)Free Printable Game
You can download a free game called Musical Scoops that teaches musical note names and values. Once downloaded, you print it out to use it.
G2) Free on-line French curriculum
This website includes a free online French language curriculum.
MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
1) HUB Christmas Party/Treat Exchange
2) Fort St. Joseph Museum Holiday Open House
3) Spelling Bee Sign-up Deadline!
4) Help Spread the Light of Peace
5) Free Events at Fernwood
6) More Events at Fernwood
7) AmeriCorps Position Available
8) New Book Clubs for Teens
9) Bittersweet Ski Club
2) Fort St. Joseph Museum Holiday Open House
3) Spelling Bee Sign-up Deadline!
4) Help Spread the Light of Peace
5) Free Events at Fernwood
6) More Events at Fernwood
7) AmeriCorps Position Available
8) New Book Clubs for Teens
9) Bittersweet Ski Club
1)HUB Christmas Party!
The Annual HUB Christmas Party will be December 8 from 7-10 pm at the Niles Police Complex. There will be a cookie/treat exchange also. Bring a snack to share, any games you want to play, and any friends and family who want to come. Drinks will be provided. If you want some yummy holiday goodies to take home, bring some cookies, candy, or treats packaged in groups of six. You'll take home as many as you brought and have a variety of treats to eat or share for the holidays. Come join us for some family-friendly holiday fun!
2) Fort St. Joseph Museum Holiday Open House
Hello,
I hope you will be able to join us for our Holiday Open House to be held Saturday, December 3rd from 10am to 1pm. The theme is A Christmas With Seuss, and our very special guest is The Grinch!! There will be lots of fun for everyone, and there's no admission fee, so please come!
Carol Bainbridge, Director
Fort St. Joseph Museum
508 E. Main St.
Niles, MI 49120
269-683-4702, ext. 212
cbainbridge@nilesmi.org
Fort St. Joseph Museum
508 E. Main St.
Niles, MI 49120
269-683-4702, ext. 212
cbainbridge@nilesmi.org
3)Spelling Bee Deadline!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 will be the last day to sign up and pay for this year's Scripps Spelling Bee. Contact Diane Day at 269-445-1900 for more information.
4)Help Spread the Light of Peace
The Peace Light from Bethlehem is on the move again in 2011. Sara Schinwald from Munderfing Austria had her lamp lit by the Greek Orthodox Bishop of Bethlehem on Monday 11/21/11. On Wednesday Sara, along with a little help from Austrian Airlines brought the Peace Light back to Austria. On Saturday she will appear on the Euro Vision program "The Advent Festival of 100,000 Lights". This is the 25th year the Peace Light has traveled to Austria, and when it arrives at New York's JFK airport on 11/29/11 it will be making its 10th journey to North America.
So far there are finalized plans for 27 Peace Light distributions, from Boston Massachusetts in the East to Rancho Santa Margarita California in the West, Winnipeg Manitoba to the North and Dripping Springs Texas to the South. Please
check the Calendar for the latest information on Peace Light availability. http://peacelight.org/calendar/default.html You also may find one of the maps available here to be helpful. http://peacelight.org/calendar/default.html
check the Calendar for the latest information on Peace Light availability. http://peacelight.org/calendar/default.html You also may find one of the maps available here to be helpful. http://peacelight.org/calendar/default.html
As in years past, if you report where you have taken the Peace Light to mailto://peacelight@peacelight.org I will do my best to get your location on a tracking map as soon as possible.
5)Free Events at Fernwood
Fernwood is having special family activities on the weekends of Dec 5, 12 and 18 and during Winter Break December 27-30. If you don't have a memebership, you will need to pay for admission to Fernwood, but the special events are free. Members enter free as usual.
Visit Santa in the Nature Center
Weekends through December 18, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Weekends through December 18, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
During December, kids can visit Santa in the Nature Center on Saturdays and Sundays through December 18. Bring your list!
Weekend Ice Carving Demonstrations
Weekends through December 18, call for times
Talented ice carvers will demonstrate their craft at Fernwood on December weekends through December 18. Watch as crystal flora and fauna take form with the use of saws and chisels. Call ahead for schedule.
Weekends through December 18, call for times
Talented ice carvers will demonstrate their craft at Fernwood on December weekends through December 18. Watch as crystal flora and fauna take form with the use of saws and chisels. Call ahead for schedule.
Free Children's Activities
Weekends through December 18, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
AND December 27 through 30, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Weekends through December 18, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
AND December 27 through 30, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Hey kids! While you're here, stop in the Chase Classroom and make a holiday craft for your tree, home, or to give as a gift. Looking for something fun to do while on school break? We will have more children's activities the week of December 27 through 30 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, or make a fun snow sculpture in suggested areas, weather permitting. Free with paid Fernwood admission.
Music in the Gallery on Sundays
Through December 18, 2:00-4:00 pm
Through December 18, 2:00-4:00 pm
December 4, Mockingbird, featuring John Tolhuizen and Paul & Pat Banks
December 11, Rick Willey and Katie Montoya
December 18, Molly Moon and Riely O'Connor
December 11, Rick Willey and Katie Montoya
December 18, Molly Moon and Riely O'Connor
Holiday Train Exhibit in Fern Conservatory
Be sure to check out our magical holiday train exhibit in the Fern Conservatory during December and throughout the winter months. The festively decorated conservatory will showcase the Pears Mill, St. Joseph Lighthouse, Niles Train Depot, and Notre Dame Golden Dome buildings, all made with natural materials by Applied Imagination. Two tracks with holiday trains can be viewed from the balcony or by walking through the conservatory. Include a visit to the train exhibit among your holiday traditions.
6) More Holiday Events at Fernwood
Christmas Greens Classes, December 10
While our greens class on December 3 is full, there are two other opportunities to create natural holiday decorations in the tradition of Fernwood founder Kay Boydston. We provide experienced instructors, fresh greens, and basic construction materials. Make three major projects in the full session from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm on December 10, or a 24" holiday wreath in the mini-session from 10:00 am to noon. Hurry! Register by December 2. Full session $50 (Members $40); Mini-session $12 (Members $10).
Breakfast with Santa, December 3, 10, and 17, 9:30 to 11:00 am
Bring your wish list and have breakfast with Santa Claus, then make a craft to take home. It's a fun time for the whole family! Adults $12, Children 6-11 $8, children 5 and under are free. Advance registration is required by the Friday before. This special holiday tradition fills quickly, so check your holiday calendar and register today!
Bring your wish list and have breakfast with Santa Claus, then make a craft to take home. It's a fun time for the whole family! Adults $12, Children 6-11 $8, children 5 and under are free. Advance registration is required by the Friday before. This special holiday tradition fills quickly, so check your holiday calendar and register today!
Holiday Graham Cracker Cottage for Kids
December 3, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
December 3, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Chef Tim helps kids make holiday cottages complete with snow icing and candy embellishments. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Register by December 1. $12 (Members $10).
Gingerbread for Grown-ups, December 4, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Release your inner child with Chef Tim in this fun and creative gingerbread workshop for adults. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and adult eggnog or hot cider while making a gingerbread house sure to amaze your friends and little ones. Register by December 1. $37 (Members $30)
7)AmeriCorps Position Available
I am sending this to you on behalf of the United Way of Southwest Michigan , feel free to forward to friends.
Are you interested in making a difference in your community?
The Michigan Association of United Ways AmeriCorps program is looking for team players who will commit one year of national service to serve Michigan residents statewide. Currently, we have two membership positions available to serve Southwest Michigan (Berrien, Cass & Van Buren Counties ); one will be serving on site at United Way of Southwest Michigan the second will be serving on site at Lake Michigan College. AmeriCorps members will provide Community Resource Navigation services under the direction of a local Site Supervisor. These members will help enhance and promote community services such as 2-1-1 and the Michigan Benefits Access Initiative; either through face to face contact on site at Lake Michigan College or through community involvement as the member located at United Way.
The program provides a $12,100 living allowance, a $5,550 education award, health and childcare benefits, travel opportunities, and an opportunity for professional development. The Michigan Association of United Ways has a strong commitment to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, providing equal opportunities to all those qualified without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation . Flexible schedule, extensive professional development opportunities, living allowance, and education award offered. EOE
If you are considering a career in the nonprofit field, or are interested in making a difference, please send a letter of interest to Anna Murphy at anna.murphy@uwsm.org of United Way of Southwest Michigan , PO Box 807 , Benton Harbor , MI 49023-0807 , no later than November 29th. (the date may be extended) No phone calls please.
For more information about the AmeriCorps Michigan Program visit www.americorps.gov
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
Adult and family volunteer coordinator
Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan
269-983-0912 ext 13 St. Joseph
269-683-5464 Niles
www.volunteerswmi.org
8) New Book Clubs for Teens
Book Clubs at the Niles District Library
Guys Read – Guys Read is a book club just for guys between the ages of 13 and 18. We will meet on Thursdays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, starting December 1st in the board room at the Niles District Library. The first book we will be reading is The Maze Runner by James Dashner. Make sure you have a library card so you can get your copy! If you would like to sign up for Guys Read or have any questions, please see Brandon at the Information Desk or call 269-683-8545 x111.
Girls Read – Girls Read is a book club just for girls between the ages of 13 and 18. We will meet on Thursdays from 4:30pm – 6:00pm, starting December 1st in the board room at the Niles District Library. The next book we will reading is The Fallen By Celia Thomson. Make sure you have a library card so you can get your copy! If you would like to sign up for Girls Read or have any questions, please see Rhonda at the Youth Services Desk or call 269-683-8545 x109.
9) Bittersweet Ski Club
Well, it's that time of year -- fun in the SNOW! I can't believe it's time for snow already -- where does the time go?
Anyway, I have attached information about joining Bittersweet Ski Area's ski club which entitles you to discounts on lift, rental rates. This year, both adult and student ski club passes are $14. These usually pay for themselves the first or second time you ski -- it's really a good deal if you plan on hitting the slopes a lot this winter. And I don't know if you've heard, but we're expecting a lot of snow this year!
The first attachment is a form that explains the program in more detail. The other two are the actual application forms.
If you're interested, please fill out the appropriate forms and send them to me (address below) BY December 5! Do not delay. Also include a SASE with your check in which your passes will be mailed (usually within 2 weeks).
Here's my address:
266 Olive Branch Rd.
Galien, MI 49113
266 Olive Branch Rd.
Galien, MI 49113
I prefer to communicate via email, but if you must call, here's my phone: 219-628-4322.
If you're part of one of the partnership programs (Berrien Springs or Niles), your student is entitled to ski for free (10 times if they signed up for the year-long class, and 5 times if only for the 1st or 2nd semester) if they sign up for the Individual Sports Class (skiing/tennis). Talk with the administrators of those programs to sign up.
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO ALL PEOPLE -- NOT JUST HOMESCHOOLERS!!! So get your friends in on the action and you'll all have a blast together :)
Beth Denton
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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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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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