Homeschool HUB News Update--April 6
A blessed Good Friday to you all.
A blessed Good Friday to you all.
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 (You can also sign up on the home page of our website hshub.org--just type your email in the box!)
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
April 12--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex
April 13--Bowling at Chippewa Bowl 10:00-12:00pm. $1.50/pp per game
April 13--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp
April 17--Homeschool Hangout at Clay Church Firehouse Youth Center 2-3:30
April 20--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental
May 7--Club BLUE Martin's Cafe in Niles 7 pm
May 10--Homeschool Showcase 6-8 pm LMC Bertand in Niles
GENERAL INTEREST
G1) Spain - Swimming Mission Trip with Landry Academy
G1) Spain - Swimming Mission Trip with Landry Academy
Summer 2007..
In the Summer of 2007 we did a "swimming mission trip" to Caceres, Spain. It was a group of about ten high school age swimmers and some parents. We worked with missionaries and the Caceres, Spain swim team. One of our objectives was just to spend time with the Caceres swim team and their families - none of them were Christians.
We practiced with the swim team daily and swam in two meets with them (in beautiful outdoor pools). During the day, we spent time ministering with the Caceres missionaries. We also with the swim team, visiting local areas of interest, such as Merida. Founded in 25 B.C., it's the site of many Roman ruins - very cool!
There were lots of shared meals, shared fun, and they saw Christians in action. Most had very skewed perceptions of Christians and Christianity. A very small percentage of people in Spain are believers. For our swimmers, swimming in Spain, with Spanish swimmers, was beyond cool!
-- This Trip was Fun and Very Powerful!
Many friends were made on this trip. In fact, when we took this trip, I (Greg Landry) was president of our swim team and we stayed with the family who was president of their swim team. We became friends and they spent a week with us in North Carolina two years later. We're looking forward to seeing them again. They will be coordinating the swimming aspects of the trip for us.
Summer 2012..
This summer, we will again take a group of swimmers to Caceres, Spain. We will work with YWAM (Youth with a Mission) missionaries and the Caceres swim team.
Deadline to register is approaching. Details are here..
http://www.landryacademy.com/trips.html
MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
1) Homeschool Showcase!
2) Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012--Indianapolis
3) Contest for all ages
4) NACHS Used Book Sale
5) Youth Leadership School
6) Free 17th Annual Choral Showcase
7) Volunteer Opportunities
1) Homeschool Showcase!
Has your homeschool student done something great this year? Learned something interesting he or she would like to share? Projects, science experiments, artwork, musical performances, skits, speeches, whatever it is, we want to give you a chance to share. The HUB's annual Homeschool Showcase will be held Thursday May 10th from 6-8 pm at Lake Michigan College's Bertrand campus in Niles. You do not need to be a member of the Homeschool HUB to participate. All homeschoolers are welcome. Contact Diane Day for info or to arrange for a display/performance/speech/skit, etc. 269-370-4589 or joharding_20@yahoo.com.
2) Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012--Indianapolis
Tickets for the Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012 "Moonlight Masquerade", on Saturday May 5th, are only going to be available through midnight on April 14th--to register your high schooler for this event you can use the link below or visitwww.heartlandhomeschoolprom.com. Tickets are currently $95 all inclusive, with only 35 remaining. This is an event you won't want your student to miss!
This Christian Homeschool Prom is for homeschooled high schoolers around Indiana and surrounding states, and is currently one of the largest homeschool proms in the nation, and the only prom in the world with its unique set-up! Tickets are all inclusive including a three course gourmet dinner, traditional dancing to live Irish stringed instruments (no knowledge of dancing is required!), a professional DJ during live music breaks, a night at the Columbia Club on Monument Circle, unlimited sodas, unlimited photos and prints at the photo booth (NEW!), 5 hours of fun, and more! Partners Photo will also be back for 2012 taking keepsake formal portraits, with packages starting at $18.
Heartland Homeschool Prom Features:
Based on an incredible amount of feedback from our amazing 2012 attendees, we have made some changes and Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012 that we know everyone will love!
~Amazing Venue. This year's prom venue is located in the very heart of downtown Indianapolis on Monument Circle--The Columbia Club! Built in 1888 as the private club of former president Benjamin Harrison, this is one spectacular location! The Heartland Homeschool Prom reserved the first three floors just for prom attendees. These floors include the white marbled floor and mahogany filled Grand Lobby, the Mezzanine overlooking the Grand Lobby, and the entire gorgeous Crystal Terrace Restaurant where students will be dining.
~NEW Unlimited Sodas.
~Traditional Dancing to Live Irish-Styled String Music. One of the biggest features that makes us different, and the one that teens from all over Indiana and surrounding states love! In fact, students who didn't know if they would like it commented "I LOVED it!" in our 2011 student survey. The dancing that we will be doing will range from the Virginia Reel to the Patty Cake Polka. If you've never danced a day in your life, you will STILL have a wonderful time! At the Heartland Homeschool Prom we will have someone there to help us with the dances, so no previous knowledge of how to dance is required!
~NEW a Professional DJ. The 2012 Prom will be having professional DJ, Terry Mautner, to play pre-submitted (and approved) songs during live music breaks! No song submissions will be allowed on Prom night--because our DJ will only be playing songs that were pre-submitted by coordinators--so please send song suggestions to music@heartlandhomeschoolprom.com along with a copy of the lyrics. Haven't viewed the song guidelines? Please visit our website under FAQs!
~Gourmet Three Course Dinner. This meal will be served by waiters in the elegance of the full service Crystal Terrace Restaurant, located on the third floor of the Columbia Club. This historic dining room contains the original marble floors,hand-stenciled ceiling and leaded glass windows overlooking Monument Circle. The meal is a marvelous time for students to get to know other high schoolers from around the Heartland! You can reserve a half or full table for your co-op or special group of friends--visit our website for the details!
~NEW Unlimited Photos and Prints at the Photo Booth. Included with the prom ticket, attendees will receiveunlimited photos and prints! In the photo booth there'll be bunches of props. PLUS, because it's a kiosk design, you can literally fit your entire group of new and old friends in the photos! Chaperons and a photo technician will be there the entire time to assist you with getting your photos.
~Everyone's Invited. The Heartland Homeschool Prom is not affiliated with and particular homeschool group--all homeschooled highschoolers (aged 14-19) and their guests are welcome! For the 2012 prom we currently have students from all around the Heartland attending. The prom takes place in Indianapolis because it is centrally located, not because this is just an Indianapolis prom, or even just an Indiana prom. Students from all around are attending, and you're invited, too!
To reserve your spot at the Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012, please use the link below. Remember! If you have any questions we would love to talk to you! Just call or email us with the contact information provided on the form.
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=ypjnwzdab&oeidk=a07e5hkdp9w65f04310
3) Contest for all ages
This is a new event at the Niles District Library. I think it looks like a lot of fun- either submitting or judging! Please share this with anyone you think might be interested... For more information, please call 269-683-8545 x112, go to www.nileslibrary.com or find the Niles District Library on Facebook. See attached file.
Thank you!
Laura Hollister
4) NACHS Used Book Sale
Niles Area Christian Homeschoolers will host a used book sale Saturday April 14 from 9 am to 4 pm. Any homeschooler interested in selling used books or educational materials can contact Kim Anglemyer at 269-476- 1338 for info and a seller number. Admission: $1.00 per adult. To be held at Community Evangelical Free Church 127 E. Bertrand Rd, Niles, MI 49120 Concessions will be available for Breakfast and Lunch.
5) Youth Leadership School
My name is Brittany Bezick and I am the Youth Leadership School Intern for The Leadership Institute. The Leadership Institute will be holding a Youth Leadership School in East Lansing on April 14-15. This is a great opportunity for high school & college level conservatives to learn how to lead in politics; they will learn all the nuts and bolts of communication and political leadership.
The Youth Leadership School is an intense, two-day training program packed with 23 hours of lectures and exercises in which they will learn how to write press releases, canvass, get out the vote, get supporters, raise money, host speakers, utilize volunteers, and much more. The best part of all this is that it only costs 30 dollars, including food, course materials, and hotel accommodations if necessary.
All the information for the East Lansing School is below.
Check out the Leadership Institute's website at http://www.leadershipinstitute.org/
FOOD and HOUSING are available for FREE with the $30 registration fee.
Call Brittany Bezick at 703.647.3356 or e-mail bbezick@leadershipinstitute.org to ask about early registration sign up or $15.
Location: East Lansing, MI
Date/Time: Saturday, April 14 - Sunday, April 15
Saturday: breakfast/ registration at 8:30am; lecture 9:00am-9:30pm
Sunday: breakfast 8:30am; Lectures 9:00am- 7:00pm
*Lunch and Dinner are also provided
Registration: https://www.leadershipinstitute.org/training/Register.cfm?schoolID=20198&
Regular: $30 -walk-ins welcome
*pre-registration required for housing
Please contact if you have any questions:
Daryl Ann Dunigan
Youth Leadership School Coordinator
ddunigan@leadershipinstitute.org
703.647.3352
Brittany Bezick
Youth Leadership School Intern
bbezick@leadershipinstitute.org
703.647.3356
6) Free 17th Annual Choral Showcase
Bethel College will present its annual end-of-the-year choral showcase featuring Music Ministry Teams, The Collegians and Voices Of Triumph and the Concert Choir. The event takes place Friday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Everest-Rohrer Chapel/Fine Arts Center - Auditorium.
Bob Ham is the director of the Concert Choir and Voices of Triumph, while Jill Hostetler is the director of the Music Ministry Teams and The Collegians. Each group will perform pieces that reflect their goals and personalities. The night's repertoire will include various genres, including gospel, Broadway, classical and contemporary. "Throughout the 2011-2012 school year, our music groups have been working hard to present great literature in a way that brings glory to God," says Ham. "Whether sacred or secular, our music and our performances hopefully reflect the Creator behind all the music. We've had a wonderful year in terms of music making and ministry."
Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Bethel College department of music at 574.807.7575.
7) Volunteer Opportunities
A) There is a program that is a partnership between Riverwood Mental Health and the Berrien County Courts that works to assist families that are struggling. Often the teens in the family are acting out and coming to the attention of the courts. The staff with the program assists the family, one on one, to bring stability. Sometimes what is needed is a bed to sleep on. One of the staff members spoke with me today and said she is looking for items for 3 different families:
#1 - a twin bed frame. She has the mattress; she is just looking to get the youth up off of the floor.
#2 - a queen box spring; she has a frame and a mattress and is looking to complete the set.
#3 - a used washer and dryer or just a washer or just a dryer - they do not have to match. The dad in the family has a job where his work clothes get quite dirty and he needs to have the ability to wash his clothes.
They are willing to pick up your donation. Respond to this email with questions and I will forward your name on.
Thank you for being willing to donate an item so a family can find stability.
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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LINKS TO SHARE:
If you have a favorite link or website, please share.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
CLASSIFIEDS
WANTED:
Wanted: Switched on Schoolhouse for 4th grade. I am interested in Math & Language only but will consider any and all components. text or call 269-370-4589 or email Diane Day joharding_20@yahoo.com.
Looking for a group? Join the HUB! We need you.
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
Have something for sale, free or trade? Advertise here! (Advertisements stay in for two weeks unless we work out something else in advance)
Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too. It's free!
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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.
--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 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.
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 (You can also sign up on the home page of our website hshub.org--just type your email in the box!)
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
April 12--HUB Board of Directors Meeting, 7 pm at the Niles Police Complex
April 13--Bowling at Chippewa Bowl 10:00-12:00pm. $1.50/pp per game
April 13--Bowling at Strikes and Spares, 1:00-3:00, $5/pp
April 17--Homeschool Hangout at Clay Church Firehouse Youth Center 2-3:30
April 20--Homeschool Skate at USA Skate 1:00-3:00, $3/pp including skate rental
May 7--Club BLUE Martin's Cafe in Niles 7 pm
May 10--Homeschool Showcase 6-8 pm LMC Bertand in Niles
GENERAL INTEREST
G1) Spain - Swimming Mission Trip with Landry Academy
G1) Spain - Swimming Mission Trip with Landry Academy
Summer 2007..
In the Summer of 2007 we did a "swimming mission trip" to Caceres, Spain. It was a group of about ten high school age swimmers and some parents. We worked with missionaries and the Caceres, Spain swim team. One of our objectives was just to spend time with the Caceres swim team and their families - none of them were Christians.
We practiced with the swim team daily and swam in two meets with them (in beautiful outdoor pools). During the day, we spent time ministering with the Caceres missionaries. We also with the swim team, visiting local areas of interest, such as Merida. Founded in 25 B.C., it's the site of many Roman ruins - very cool!
There were lots of shared meals, shared fun, and they saw Christians in action. Most had very skewed perceptions of Christians and Christianity. A very small percentage of people in Spain are believers. For our swimmers, swimming in Spain, with Spanish swimmers, was beyond cool!
-- This Trip was Fun and Very Powerful!
Many friends were made on this trip. In fact, when we took this trip, I (Greg Landry) was president of our swim team and we stayed with the family who was president of their swim team. We became friends and they spent a week with us in North Carolina two years later. We're looking forward to seeing them again. They will be coordinating the swimming aspects of the trip for us.
Summer 2012..
This summer, we will again take a group of swimmers to Caceres, Spain. We will work with YWAM (Youth with a Mission) missionaries and the Caceres swim team.
Deadline to register is approaching. Details are here..
http://www.landryacademy.com/trips.html
MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
1) Homeschool Showcase!
2) Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012--Indianapolis
3) Contest for all ages
4) NACHS Used Book Sale
5) Youth Leadership School
6) Free 17th Annual Choral Showcase
7) Volunteer Opportunities
1) Homeschool Showcase!
Has your homeschool student done something great this year? Learned something interesting he or she would like to share? Projects, science experiments, artwork, musical performances, skits, speeches, whatever it is, we want to give you a chance to share. The HUB's annual Homeschool Showcase will be held Thursday May 10th from 6-8 pm at Lake Michigan College's Bertrand campus in Niles. You do not need to be a member of the Homeschool HUB to participate. All homeschoolers are welcome. Contact Diane Day for info or to arrange for a display/performance/speech/skit, etc. 269-370-4589 or joharding_20@yahoo.com.
2) Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012--Indianapolis
Tickets for the Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012 "Moonlight Masquerade", on Saturday May 5th, are only going to be available through midnight on April 14th--to register your high schooler for this event you can use the link below or visitwww.heartlandhomeschoolprom.com. Tickets are currently $95 all inclusive, with only 35 remaining. This is an event you won't want your student to miss!
This Christian Homeschool Prom is for homeschooled high schoolers around Indiana and surrounding states, and is currently one of the largest homeschool proms in the nation, and the only prom in the world with its unique set-up! Tickets are all inclusive including a three course gourmet dinner, traditional dancing to live Irish stringed instruments (no knowledge of dancing is required!), a professional DJ during live music breaks, a night at the Columbia Club on Monument Circle, unlimited sodas, unlimited photos and prints at the photo booth (NEW!), 5 hours of fun, and more! Partners Photo will also be back for 2012 taking keepsake formal portraits, with packages starting at $18.
Heartland Homeschool Prom Features:
Based on an incredible amount of feedback from our amazing 2012 attendees, we have made some changes and Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012 that we know everyone will love!
~Amazing Venue. This year's prom venue is located in the very heart of downtown Indianapolis on Monument Circle--The Columbia Club! Built in 1888 as the private club of former president Benjamin Harrison, this is one spectacular location! The Heartland Homeschool Prom reserved the first three floors just for prom attendees. These floors include the white marbled floor and mahogany filled Grand Lobby, the Mezzanine overlooking the Grand Lobby, and the entire gorgeous Crystal Terrace Restaurant where students will be dining.
~NEW Unlimited Sodas.
~Traditional Dancing to Live Irish-Styled String Music. One of the biggest features that makes us different, and the one that teens from all over Indiana and surrounding states love! In fact, students who didn't know if they would like it commented "I LOVED it!" in our 2011 student survey. The dancing that we will be doing will range from the Virginia Reel to the Patty Cake Polka. If you've never danced a day in your life, you will STILL have a wonderful time! At the Heartland Homeschool Prom we will have someone there to help us with the dances, so no previous knowledge of how to dance is required!
~NEW a Professional DJ. The 2012 Prom will be having professional DJ, Terry Mautner, to play pre-submitted (and approved) songs during live music breaks! No song submissions will be allowed on Prom night--because our DJ will only be playing songs that were pre-submitted by coordinators--so please send song suggestions to music@heartlandhomeschoolprom.com along with a copy of the lyrics. Haven't viewed the song guidelines? Please visit our website under FAQs!
~Gourmet Three Course Dinner. This meal will be served by waiters in the elegance of the full service Crystal Terrace Restaurant, located on the third floor of the Columbia Club. This historic dining room contains the original marble floors,hand-stenciled ceiling and leaded glass windows overlooking Monument Circle. The meal is a marvelous time for students to get to know other high schoolers from around the Heartland! You can reserve a half or full table for your co-op or special group of friends--visit our website for the details!
~NEW Unlimited Photos and Prints at the Photo Booth. Included with the prom ticket, attendees will receiveunlimited photos and prints! In the photo booth there'll be bunches of props. PLUS, because it's a kiosk design, you can literally fit your entire group of new and old friends in the photos! Chaperons and a photo technician will be there the entire time to assist you with getting your photos.
~Everyone's Invited. The Heartland Homeschool Prom is not affiliated with and particular homeschool group--all homeschooled highschoolers (aged 14-19) and their guests are welcome! For the 2012 prom we currently have students from all around the Heartland attending. The prom takes place in Indianapolis because it is centrally located, not because this is just an Indianapolis prom, or even just an Indiana prom. Students from all around are attending, and you're invited, too!
To reserve your spot at the Heartland Homeschool Prom 2012, please use the link below. Remember! If you have any questions we would love to talk to you! Just call or email us with the contact information provided on the form.
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=ypjnwzdab&oeidk=a07e5hkdp9w65f04310
3) Contest for all ages
This is a new event at the Niles District Library. I think it looks like a lot of fun- either submitting or judging! Please share this with anyone you think might be interested... For more information, please call 269-683-8545 x112, go to www.nileslibrary.com or find the Niles District Library on Facebook. See attached file.
Thank you!
Laura Hollister
4) NACHS Used Book Sale
Niles Area Christian Homeschoolers will host a used book sale Saturday April 14 from 9 am to 4 pm. Any homeschooler interested in selling used books or educational materials can contact Kim Anglemyer at 269-476- 1338 for info and a seller number. Admission: $1.00 per adult. To be held at Community Evangelical Free Church 127 E. Bertrand Rd, Niles, MI 49120 Concessions will be available for Breakfast and Lunch.
5) Youth Leadership School
My name is Brittany Bezick and I am the Youth Leadership School Intern for The Leadership Institute. The Leadership Institute will be holding a Youth Leadership School in East Lansing on April 14-15. This is a great opportunity for high school & college level conservatives to learn how to lead in politics; they will learn all the nuts and bolts of communication and political leadership.
The Youth Leadership School is an intense, two-day training program packed with 23 hours of lectures and exercises in which they will learn how to write press releases, canvass, get out the vote, get supporters, raise money, host speakers, utilize volunteers, and much more. The best part of all this is that it only costs 30 dollars, including food, course materials, and hotel accommodations if necessary.
All the information for the East Lansing School is below.
Check out the Leadership Institute's website at http://www.leadershipinstitute.org/
FOOD and HOUSING are available for FREE with the $30 registration fee.
Call Brittany Bezick at 703.647.3356 or e-mail bbezick@leadershipinstitute.org to ask about early registration sign up or $15.
Location: East Lansing, MI
Date/Time: Saturday, April 14 - Sunday, April 15
Saturday: breakfast/ registration at 8:30am; lecture 9:00am-9:30pm
Sunday: breakfast 8:30am; Lectures 9:00am- 7:00pm
*Lunch and Dinner are also provided
Registration: https://www.leadershipinstitute.org/training/Register.cfm?schoolID=20198&
Regular: $30 -walk-ins welcome
*pre-registration required for housing
Please contact if you have any questions:
Daryl Ann Dunigan
Youth Leadership School Coordinator
ddunigan@leadershipinstitute.org
703.647.3352
Brittany Bezick
Youth Leadership School Intern
bbezick@leadershipinstitute.org
703.647.3356
6) Free 17th Annual Choral Showcase
Bethel College will present its annual end-of-the-year choral showcase featuring Music Ministry Teams, The Collegians and Voices Of Triumph and the Concert Choir. The event takes place Friday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Everest-Rohrer Chapel/Fine Arts Center - Auditorium.
Bob Ham is the director of the Concert Choir and Voices of Triumph, while Jill Hostetler is the director of the Music Ministry Teams and The Collegians. Each group will perform pieces that reflect their goals and personalities. The night's repertoire will include various genres, including gospel, Broadway, classical and contemporary. "Throughout the 2011-2012 school year, our music groups have been working hard to present great literature in a way that brings glory to God," says Ham. "Whether sacred or secular, our music and our performances hopefully reflect the Creator behind all the music. We've had a wonderful year in terms of music making and ministry."
Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Bethel College department of music at 574.807.7575.
7) Volunteer Opportunities
A) There is a program that is a partnership between Riverwood Mental Health and the Berrien County Courts that works to assist families that are struggling. Often the teens in the family are acting out and coming to the attention of the courts. The staff with the program assists the family, one on one, to bring stability. Sometimes what is needed is a bed to sleep on. One of the staff members spoke with me today and said she is looking for items for 3 different families:
#1 - a twin bed frame. She has the mattress; she is just looking to get the youth up off of the floor.
#2 - a queen box spring; she has a frame and a mattress and is looking to complete the set.
#3 - a used washer and dryer or just a washer or just a dryer - they do not have to match. The dad in the family has a job where his work clothes get quite dirty and he needs to have the ability to wash his clothes.
They are willing to pick up your donation. Respond to this email with questions and I will forward your name on.
Thank you for being willing to donate an item so a family can find stability.
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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LINKS TO SHARE:
If you have a favorite link or website, please share.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
CLASSIFIEDS
WANTED:
Wanted: Switched on Schoolhouse for 4th grade. I am interested in Math & Language only but will consider any and all components. text or call 269-370-4589 or email Diane Day joharding_20@yahoo.com.
Looking for a group? Join the HUB! We need you.
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
Have something for sale, free or trade? Advertise here! (Advertisements stay in for two weeks unless we work out something else in advance)
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 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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