Homeschool HUB Weekly Update: August 2013

Saturday, August 31, 2013

[HUBnewsletter] Homeschool HUB News Update--August 30

Homeschool HUB News Update--August 30

Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094
email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com website: www.hshub.org facebook: www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
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!) Don't forget to do one of these if you change your email address!

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 (Check with those offering the program for cancellations or changes before you go.)

Tuesday, September--Homeschool Beach Day at Fuller's Resort, 1.50 per person

GENERAL INTEREST

G1) Trips to Israel for Homeschoolers

G1) Trips to Israel for Homeschoolers

In 2014 Insights Israel is organizing two "experiences" to Israel specifically for Homeschooling families. These trips are led by Chris Davis who has been involved with the Homescholling community for the past 30 years. If you would like more information about joining these trips OR if you want to organize your own group and come for free! Contact Chris Davis chris@homeschooltravel.com

MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

1) Art in Saugatuck Bus Tour
2) Flint Institute of the Arts Homeschool Programs

1) Art in Saugatuck Bus Tour

Great Art Escape in Saugatuck--September 26

Interested in Art? Tour one of America 's top art destinations! Activities include art galleries and studios, shopping, and taking a stroll along the dock admiring the boardwalk! There is a lot to see and do. Additional docents will tell you other amazing facts. Plan to go off-the-beaten-track on this delectable tour. We will have a casino stop for 1½ hours. Fun day trip. $85/person

For more information: http://www.steponbustours.com

2) Flint Institute of the Arts Homeschool Programs

Dear Home School Families,

Please find attached the brochure for the Flint Institute of Arts 2013-2014 Home School Programs. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to register. You can also register online via Pay pal.

Thank you,

Sheena Law
Education Assistant
(810)237-7314

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BASEBALL CARDS FOR SALE

1000+ baseball cards (Ultra, Fleer, Topps...) Some are in nice binders with sleeves. Entire collection $65 or best offer. Contact Ann at sweetft4god@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 resource library that includes things like 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:

Like us on facebook for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: https://www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
Join our yahoo group for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschoolhub/
Check out our website for info (refer your friends, too, if you like!): http://www.hshub.org/

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 Andrea homeschoolhub@yahoo.com or 269-240-6094

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 member 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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Wednesday, August 28, 2013

[HUBnewsletter] Don't miss Homeschool Info Night tomorrow!

Hello,

Remember the 3rd annual Homeschool Info Night is Thursday at LMC Bertrand in Niles! (Near the junction of US 12 and 31, 1905 Foundation Drive) 6-8 pm, come when you can, leave when you want! Roam about and enjoy.

Family friendly

Everyone welcome (not just homeschoolers!)

Free refreshments

Free Educational material exchange--bring what you don't need and take what you can use--you don't have to donate something to take something

Free information on lots of local opportunities, classes, groups, tutors, teachers, school partnerships, and businesses that you can use.

Donate your boxtops for education and campbell's soup labels (get them out of your house! :-) )

Come join the fun! Invite your friends, neighbors, and anyone you meet...or whatever. :-)

--Jointly sponsored by the Homeschool HUB and Lake Michigan College

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Saturday, August 24, 2013

[HUBnewsletter] Homeschool HUB News Update--August 23

Homeschool HUB News Update--August 23

Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094
email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org facebook: www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
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!) Don't forget to do one of these if you change your email address!

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 (Check with those offering the program for cancellations or changes before you go.)

Sunday, August 25--Michiana Homeschool Class Reunion, Fuller's Resort 3-8 pm
Tuesday, August 27--Homeschool Beach Day at Fuller's Resort, 1.50 per person
Thursday, August 29--Homeschol Info Night 6-8 PM at LMC Bertrand in Niles

GENERAL INTEREST

G1) Free Trial of Reading Eggs

G1) Free Trial of Reading Eggs

If you click on the link and sign up, you will get a free 5 weeks of a popular online reading website (normally about $50 for six months). You do not have to enter any credit card or payment info, just names and email. The site is designed for kids 3-13 years old.

http://readingeggs.com/hslda

MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

1) 3rd Annual Homeschool Info Night--this Thursday!
2) First Annual Michiana Homeschool Class Reunion--Sunday!
3) Annual Meeting of the Homeschool HUB
4) Join Cub Scouts Night
5) Mission Trip to Costa Rica
6) Free Writing Seminar
7) Host Families Needed

1) 3rd Annual Homeschool Info Night--this Thursday!

Come join the fun! There will be lots of interesting things to learn about and resources YOU can use, free refreshments, free used books and materials. Tell your friends. It will be a family-friendly event open to all people, not just homeschoolers. Connect with local tutors, teachers, programs, authors, wholesale book/curriculum/educational material sellers, clubs, and groups. Come see what is out there.

Bring your Boxtops for Education and Campbell's soup labels. If you have any educational books or products you no longer need, bring them--we will have a free exchange table--bring what you no longer need, take what you can use.

Lake Michigan College Bertrand Crossing campus in Niles, MI near the junction of US 12 and 31. 1905 Foundation Drive. Thursday, August 29th from 6-8 pm. Don't miss it!

2) First Annual Michiana Homeschool Class Reunion--Sunday!

Hey Homeschoolers! We want to start a yearly class reunion, so we can see all of our old friends again. The first one will be on Sunday, August 25th from 3 - 8pm at Fuller's on Clear Lake in Buchanan. The HUB will supply charcoal, lighter fluid, punch and water, and paper products. Bring meat to grill or a main dish for your family and bring a side dish to share. Normal admission to Fullers is $1.75 for age 12 and under and $3 for 13 - adult. They have discounted the adult price to $2 for us....just tell them you are there for the homeschool reunion.

Here's how we picked the date....Jeff Joyce is now a naval officer and will be home on leave. Jeff and Tara will be there (not Scott, dang it).....and we want a time when they can catch up with all the friends from the Flames, the Wildcats, robotics, chess, and all the other activities where we used to see everyone. The weather is supposed to be great!

The HUB plans to make it a yearly tradition. Come join the fun! Fullers has a beach area, beach volleyball, canoes and kayaks to rent, and a concession with great ice cream cones.

Of course, any current homeschoolers are welcome too. Y'all come!

3) Annual Meeting of the Homeschool HUB

Calling all members! Calling anyone who wants to know more about the HUB. The annual meeting will be at 7pm August 29th at the Info Night. Anyone who has questions or anything he wishes to discuss is welcome.

4) Join Cub Scouts Night

Cub Scout Pack 723 invites you to a Join Scouting Night on September 9th from 6:30 – 7:30 pm

at High Dive Park Pavilion
500 E. Beardsley
Elkhart, IN 46514 (just east of Cassopolis St.).

Boys in 1st to 5th grade (this school year), and a parent, are invited to come check out our Cub Scout Pack and see what Cub Scouts are all about. We are a fairly new pack representing boys from homeschools, private schools and public schools in the area. Come see what scouting is all about!

Questions? Contact Matt Morgan, Committee Chair, at 574/320-4349 or morgandm153@yahoo.com

Events this year include:

Pinewood Derby
Scouting night at the Cove
Opportunities to camp out with your family
Cub Scout Day Camp (4 fun days at Oxbow park)
Monthly Pack Meetings
Field trips with your den
Den Meetings & Pack Meetings to complete merit badges & have fun!

Come see what Scouting is about!

Parents - note for budgeting purposes there is a $30 fee to join (not needed at the Join Scouting night) and some purchases you will want to make subsequently for your son such as his uniform and his rank binder.

5) Mission Trip to Costa Rica

Greetings,

My name is Debby and I am the Team Administrator for Mission Opportunities Short Term Ministries and we send groups on short-term mission trips and I have a team that I think would be perfect for the home-schooled high school community. We work with a pastor in Costa Rica who would love to have a team of young people hold a sport camp and do evangelism with the youth in the two communities he works in. He also would the group to work with the youth so they can in turn share their faith with their family and friends. We are looking at home school groups due to the time of year the project has been requested for, January 2014, that is when the children in Costa Rica are out of school. I have attached a full team description to this email.

MOST has opportunities for teams from a single congregation or organization which consist of members from one church. If you have a smaller group from your church/organization, I can match you with another small group to make a full team. We also have teams that need individuals on them so can place those folks, too, in just the right opportunity for them.

MOST provides pre-field training and information to prepare team members culturally, spiritually and logistically. The team members receive training through a series of topical emails with video, website and documents. Each team will meet with their assigned leader at least once. This meeting can be a live meeting if the team is from one location or conducted through a webinar for the teams who come from multiple destinations. We also provide a medical kit, nursing protocols which were written for us by a tropical disease specialist physician, and a 24/7 on call doctor service for all our teams.

We take care of all the field logistics, set up and provide supplemental health insurance for all team members. The trip costs includes all the above mentioned pre-field materials plus the team's international air and ground transportation, housing, food, visas if required, and interpreter. Basically everything is included in our trip cost except the cost to obtain a passport, baggage fees, meals at the airports and spending money.   We also provide a MOST Ministries Team Leader for pre-field training, on the field leadership and post field debriefing and reentry. Our team leaders are CPR and First Aid certified and have been trained in our Crisis Management plan. They have completed our training program and are qualified, experienced leaders exemplifying servant leadership. We take care of everything so that team members can focus their energy on learning about missions and the field in which they'll serve, preparing for their specific mission project and sharing the Gospel.

I am happy to answer any questions you may have.

Blessings,
Debby Suchyta
Team Administrator
734 994-7909 ext. 11
www.mostministries.org
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5pm
"Impacting the World for Jesus Christ"

6) Free Writing Seminar

Taylor University is once again hosting a free seminar entitled "Discover the Writer Within You" in September. It will be led by published author and Director of Taylor's Professional Writing Department, Dr. Dennis E. Hensley. An identical seminar was given in May, but as it quickly reached capacity – we are hosting another session!

We welcome student and adult aspiring writers to attend, and hope that you might pass along this information to anyone who you think could benefit. Dr. Hensley will discuss the craft of professional writing as a career, writing techniques, navigating the publishing process, and manuscript marketing.

The seminar will be held in meeting room A at the Main Library in Ft. Wayne on Saturday, September 14th from 1:30pm to 4pm. The event is free, but as space is limited, we ask that participates preregister through our website at http://online.taylor.edu/writing.

Thank you for your time. Please feel free to copy and paste or forward the information in this email and my contact information to anyone who'd be interested in the seminar. I also attached a small graphic about the seminar for your use.

Sincerely,

Cassie Lemberg
Marketing & Recruitment Specialist
Taylor University Online
3201 Stellhorn Rd., Box C130
Fort Wayne, IN 46815

7) Host Families Needed

Dear Homeschoolera,

My name is Jennifer, and I am writing you today on behalf of YFU, a non-profit intercultural exchange program. I believe this may be a wonderful opportunity for the homeschooling community to expand their families. As you already know, homeschool families have committed their lives to putting their children first. They are open to new ways of learning, and they are fully committed to following an original educational journey. Receiving a YFU International student can be educationally exciting for homeschooling families to learn person-to-person about other cultures, history, families and holidays.

Our International Students generally demonstrate – just by being who they are – terrific study habits which children may pick up on by example. YFU students must attend the local high school. However, watching an International Student attend school is an introduction for homeschool teens who want to know more about school life. Host family members also become naturally included in key high school moments such as homecoming, sporting events, and prom.

We are seeking host families for international high school exchange students. At YFU, our host families come in all shapes and sizes. Right now, we have a number of students that have not yet been placed with an American host family. Our deadline is August 31 to provide a host family and school enrollment for each international student. With your support, we hope to further our mission of advancing intercultural understanding, mutual respect and social responsibility through educational exchanges for youth, families and communities.

We have a flyer available for you upon request, We are hoping to find more families open to new and enriching experiences and willing to provide guidance, love and support to a young person embarking on a journey of self.

Thank you so much for your consideration. Please contact me if you think you can help.

Very best regards,
Jennifer McKendree
Marketing Manager, YFU
heusted@yfu.org
Direct Line: 989-249-6442
www.yfuusa.org

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TREADMILL FOR SALE

I have a Crosswalk Cross-trainer treadmill for sale. Works great.

Some features:
2.0 HP motor goes from 0 to 10 MPH
Inclines for tougher workout if you wish.
Has an extra long deck for longer strides.
Has a slow-start feature for safety
Has a safety key that will turn it off if you trip or fall
Has an electronic "motivational display" with speed, distance, calories burned, etc.
Has moveable arms for upper body workout while you walk--can be fixed in place or traditional treadmill use or movable for "cross-training" as you choose.
Folds flat for storage (but it is still big).
Has wheels for ease of moving.

$150 OBO Contact Andrea andreamom001@gmail.com or 269-782-2488

BASEBALL CARDS FOR SALE

1000+ baseball cards (Ultra, Fleer, Topps...) Some are in nice binders with sleeves. Entire collection $65 or best offer. Contact Ann at sweetft4god@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 resource library that includes things like 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:

Like us on facebook for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: https://www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
Join our yahoo group for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschoolhub/
Check out our website for info (refer your friends, too, if you like!): http://www.hshub.org/

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 Andrea homeschoolhub@yahoo.com or 269-240-6094

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 member or bring them to any functions that we have. Thank-you!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
DISCLAIMERS:

While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children.

Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.

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Saturday, August 17, 2013

[HUBnewsletter] Homeschool HUB News Update--August 16

Homeschool HUB News Update--August 16

Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094
email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org facebook: www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
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!) Don't forget to do one of these if you change your email address!

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 (Check with those offering the program for cancellations or changes before you go.)

Tuesday, August 20--Homeschool Beach Day at Fuller's Resort, 1.50 per person
Sunday, August 25--Michiana Homeschool Class Reunion, Fuller's Resort 3-8 pm
Thursday, August 29--Homeschol Info Night 6-8 PM at LMC Bertrand

MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

1) 3rd Annual Homeschool Info Night
2) First Annual Michiana Homeschool Class Reunion
3) Annual Meeting of the Homeschool HUB

1) 3rd Annual Homeschool Info Night

Lake Michigan College Bertrand Crossing campus in Niles, MI August 29th from 6-8 pm. Free refreshments. Info on clubs, teachers, tutors, classes, groups, and all kinds of stuff. Bring your Boxtops for Education and Campbell's soup labels. If you have any educational books or products you no longer need, bring them--we will have a free exchange table--bring what you no longer need, take what you can use. Tell your friends. It will be a family-friendly event open to all people, not just homeschoolers.

If you teach a class, offer a service, or run a club or group that would be of interest to homeschoolers, you are invited. No charge to you. Get the word out about what you have to offer.    Contact Andrea if you want a table: andreamom001@gmail.com or 269-240-6094.

2) First Annual Michiana Homeschool Class Reunion

Hey Homeschoolers! We want to start a yearly class reunion, so we can see all of our old friends again. The first one will be on Sunday, August 25th from 3 - 8pm at Fuller's on Clear Lake in Buchanan. The HUB will supply charcoal, lighter fluid, punch and water, and paper products. Bring meat to grill or a main dish for your family and bring a side dish to share. Normal admission to Fullers is $1.75 for age 12 and under and $3 for 13 - adult. They have discounted the adult price to $2 for us....just tell them you are there for the homeschool reunion.

Here's how we picked the date....Jeff Joyce is now a naval officer and will be home on leave. Jeff and Tara will be there (not Scott, dang it).....and we want a time when they can catch up with all the friends from the Flames, the Wildcats, robotics, chess, and all the other activities where we used to see everyone. If it rains, we do it the next day, Monday, from 5 - 9pm. If it rains again, we come the first clear night after the 25th.

The HUB plans to make it a yearly tradition. Come join the fun! Fullers has a beach area, beach volleyball, canoes and kayaks to rent, and a concession with great ice cream cones.

Of course, any current homeschoolers are welcome too. Y'all come!

3) Annual Meeting of the Homeschool HUB

Calling all members! Calling anyone who wants to know more about the HUB. The annual meeting will be at 7pm August 29th at the Info Night. Anyone who has questions or anything he wishes to discuss is welcome.

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LINKS TO SHARE:

Share your favorites with homeschoolhub@yahoo.com

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

CLASSIFIEDS

TREADMILL FOR SALE

I have a Crosswalk Cross-trainer treadmill for sale. Works great.

Some features:
2.0 HP motor goes from 0 to 10 MPH
Inclines for tougher workout if you wish.
Has an extra long deck for longer strides.
Has a slow-start feature for safety
Has a safety key that will turn it off if you trip or fall
Has an electronic "motivational display" with speed, distance, calories burned, etc.
Has moveable arms for upper body workout while you walk--can be fixed in place or traditional treadmill use or movable for "cross-training" as you choose.
Folds flat for storage (but it is still big).
Has wheels for ease of moving.

$150 OBO Contact Andrea andreamom001@gmail.com or 269-782-2488

HELP WANTED

Part time yard and home help. It could be a bit like a paid internship to the organic plant nursery business. $8/hr, can use two at a time, maybe 4 hrs/wk, on sunny warm days. Lots of weeding, basic chores. Galien area. Contact Lisa Jackson for more info: growing_obsessions@yahoo.com

BASEBALL CARDS FOR SALE

1000+ baseball cards (Ultra, Fleer, Topps...) Some are in nice binders with sleeves. Entire collection $65 or best offer. Contact Ann at sweetft4god@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 resource library that includes things like 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:

Like us on facebook for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: https://www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
Join our yahoo group for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschoolhub/
Check out our website for info (refer your friends, too, if you like!): http://www.hshub.org/

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 Andrea homeschoolhub@yahoo.com or 269-240-6094

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 member or bring them to any functions that we have. Thank-you!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
DISCLAIMERS:

While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children.

Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.

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Monday, August 12, 2013

[HUBnewsletter] Homeschool HUB News Update--August 9

Homeschool HUB News Update--August 9

Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094
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Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy

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ON THE CALENDAR:

Details for the following events are on the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub (Check with those offering the program for cancellations or changes before you go.)

Tuesday, August 13--Homeschool Beach Day at Fuller's Resort, 1.50 per person

GENERAL INTEREST

G1) Educational Mission Trips
G2) Foreign Language Immersion Exchange for Homeschoolers—Application deadline: Sept. 1st

G1) Educational Mission Trips

Now Open: 2014 Mission Trips

We're excited to open our 2014 Mission Trips at their deepest discounts..

- France
- Camp Bahamas - Island of Eleuthera
- Italy
- Island of St Georges Cay (Baseball / Softball)
- Germany

Current early registration discount is good through Wednesday, August 14. Details are here..
http://landryacademy.com/trips.html

G2) Foreign Language Immersion Exchange for Homeschoolers—Application deadline: Sept. 1st

Hi,

I am a homeschooling mom living in Northern California. My three daughters have each lived in France for six months. All three can speak French fluently. My 13 year old can speak German as well as French. I know it is difficult to believe that a child can become conversationally fluent in six months, but with total language immersion it is possible.

En Famille, a non-profit French exchange organization, has been arranging exchanges for 35 years. The exchange children spend one year together, six months in each home. American children aged 9 to 17 years old live for six months in France, Germany or Spain and also welcome for six months. They are matched with an exchange sister/brother who is within one year of their age, same sex.

You can read about us here: www.enfamilleusa.com

We are beginning our application process for the next cycle of matches. Our next interviews are the first weekend in October with exchanges beginning February 2014. Application deadline: Sept. 1st

If you are interested, please contact me. karenroddy@enfamille.com Many homeschooled children have already experienced an En Famille exchange. I can put you in contact with a few so you can hear how the experience has changed their life … and how much they love being bilingual! (this opportunity is available for homeschooled children 9 to 17 years old)

Best wishes,

Karen Roddy
Responsible for Exchanges in North America
fax: 925.215.2084; Skype: karenroddy
cell: 925.321.6745

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/EnFamilleIntl
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/EnFamilleInternational

Next Interview Weekend: Oct 4-6 for exchanges beginning Feb 2014

MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

1) 3rd Annual Homeschool Info Night--please share!
2) First Annual Michiana Homeschool Class Reunion
3) Host Families Needed
4) Fun Bus Tours in August
5) Basic Drawing Classes
6) Michigan Space Day
7) Harvest Fest 2013

1) 3rd Annual Homeschool Info Night--please share!

This is a great opportunity to ask questions, meet people, and make connections.

If you teach a class, offer a service, or run a club or group that would be of interest to homeschoolers, you are invited to attend! Scouts, theater, dance, gymnastics, art, music, tutoring, character building, photographers, piano tuners, whatever else you can think of...come hobnob with local homeschool families. No charge to you. Get the word out about what you have to offer. The event will be at Lake Michigan College Bertrand Crossing campus in Niles, MI August 29th from 6-8 pm. Contact Andrea if you want a table: andreamom001@gmail.com or 269-240-6094.

Homeschoolers, feel free to pass this on to people who have helped you or people you know of who serve homeschoolers! Then put it on your calendar to come and find out what's out there for you! Groups, clubs, theater, dance, music, art, Robotics...whatever your students' interests, there will be something there to connect with. Free refreshments will be served.

2) First Annual Michiana Homeschool Class Reunion

Hey Homeschoolers! We want to start a yearly class reunion, so we can see all of our old friends again. The first one will be on Sunday, August 25th from 3 - 8pm at Fuller's on Clear Lake in Buchanan. The HUB will supply charcoal, lighter fluid, punch and water, and paper products. Bring meat to grill or a main dish for your family and bring a side dish to share. Normal admission to Fullers is $1.75 for age 12 and under and $3 for 13 - adult. They have discounted the adult price to $2 for us....just tell them you are there for the homeschool reunion.

Here's how we picked the date....Jeff Joyce is now a naval officer and will be home on leave. Jeff and Tara will be there (not Scott, dang it).....and we want a time when they can catch up with all the friends from the Flames, the Wildcats, robotics, chess, and all the other activities where we used to see everyone. If it rains, we do it the next day, Monday, from 5 - 9pm. If it rains again, we come the first clear night after the 25th.

The HUB plans to make it a yearly tradition. Come join the fun! Fullers has a beach area, beach volleyball, canoes and kayaks to rent, and a concession with great ice cream cones.

Of course, any current homeschoolers are welcome too. Y'all come!

3) Host Families Needed

I am a World Heritage coordinator for Wisconsin and Michigan. I would like to offer members of your homeschooling group the opportunity to host a high school international exchange student.

World Heritage is a not-for-profit, State Department approved high school exchange program. We are looking for volunteer families to welcome into their home a foreign teen for the 2013/14 school year. Hosting a student would provide a wonderful opportunity for home schooled children of all ages to expand their knowledge and understanding of another culture. Host families share our American culture with their student and help them become proficient in English. In exchange, the student will share the culture, language, history and geography of their country with their host family.

We currently have students from Europe, Asia, and the former Soviet states who are waiting for a host family.

Host families select the student they would like to host, and provide basic room and board for the student. The student comes with insurance and spending money. They attend the local public high school and the student and host family are supported by a trained World Heritage local representative.

Hosting a student will provide a cultural exchange opportunity and allows an American family to help promote World Peace, one person at a time. Please consider this opportunity to enhance your child's education. We also offer American teens the opportunity to study abroad.

If anyone would like more information, they can contact me by email or phone.

World Heritage is also looking for persons to work with our program as local representatives. I would be happy to provide more information on this opportunity also. Thank you for sharing this opportunity.

Sue Bancroft
Great Lakes Coordinator
World Heritage
sue@world-heritage.org
920-410-2465
920-685-2354 (fax)

4) Fun Bus Tours in August

Historic Churches of Flint
August 19

I had a cycling accident and wound up wounded at a monastery, which is how this tour evolved. It's the first time I'm offering this excursion. The monks cleaned up the scrapes and told me about their farm. In fact, our lunch will consist of EVERYTHING they make on the premises. Plus, their food is available for sale. We're going to a Catholic, Presbyterian and other Houses of Worship, too. In addition, we will see some of the more historic treasures of Vehicle City . On the return we will stop at a Jesuit Retreat Center where we will have an insider's glimpse. $70/person

Quilts, Quakers & Questors
August 23

For Civil War & Underground Railroad buffs, this tour features Michigan 's role in the Underground Railroad. Of course, our glowing heroine, Sojourner Truth, is predominantly featured as well as Erastus Hussey and other "agents" & "conductors." Because of the courage of her convictions, Sojourner Truth went back & forth to the South to fetch those wanting to escape slavery. We will see her final resting place as well as those of other "agents" on the line. We will also hear how Maryland residents came to Michigan to steal children. And we'll see an actual house that hid fugitives. Sojourner Truth items will be for sale. $80/person

Chocolate, Cheese & Churches
August 29

Folks, this is primarily an eating tour which takes us to a variety of historic churches of all denominations from Jackson to Kalamazoo filled with fantastic food fare. We'll get a tour of St. Catherine's of Siena in Portage, a docent-led tour of Temple Beth Israel & Cemetery, one or two churches in Bronson Park Historic in Kalamazoo . We'll stop for personal tours at Chocolate and Cheese Shops. Lunch is included. $70/person

Shawshank Redemption Reunion Tour
August 30

Stars of the film "The Shawshank Redemption" will be in Ohio to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the movie's making. We will spend the day enjoying the various Shawshank Reunion Weekend events offered in Mansfield , Ashland and Upper Sandusky . Events will include tours of the Ohio State Reformatory, wagon tours at Malabar Farm State Park to Pugh Cabin and past the Shawshank oak tree, which appear in the opening scene of the film. There will also be self-guided tours of multiple locations that appear in the film, including the Bissman Building (Brewer Hotel and Portland Daily Bugle), Huntington National Bank (Maine National Bank scene), Revivals 2 Thrift Store (Trailways Bus Station), Wyandot County Courthouse (Andy Dufresne's Trial) and the Shawshank Woodshop (prison woodshop, reenactment and tours). $85/person

5) Basic Drawing Classes

Dear art students, parents, and group contacts,

I am pleased to send you our fall lineup of art classes. Drawing is one of my favorite things to teach and do! If you have never taken a drawing class, I will teach you how to draw. If you are more accomplished, I will challenge you to a new level in drawing. I welcome adults to try a class as well! It is never too late to learn. I hope to see you in September! On a sad note, our family is in the process of moving to Plymouth Indiana as my husband Collin is taking on a new pastoral position at Crossroads Evangelical Free Church. I will have to give up the Niles classes but will still be teaching at Hobby Lobby and Trinity Evangelical Free Church in South Bend. --Gloria Seitz

New Creations Offers 2013 Fall Art Classes for Students in Grades 1-12. Adults and home schoolers welcome!

Gloria Seitz, a certified K-12 art teacher, will be teaching classes on the topic of BASIC DRAWING. This seven week class will study the basic elements of shape, completing a series of drawing exercises, a detailed drawing and a variety of projects covering foundational drawing. Pencils, colored pencils, and markers will be used. CLASSES WILL BEGIN ON SEPTEMBER 18 and 19 AND END NOVEMBER 6-7.

Wednesday classes meet at Trinity Free Church in South Bend. Ages 6-9 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. Classes meet on lower south entrance across from gym.

Thursday classes meet at Hobby Lobby in Mishawaka at the following times: Ages 6-9 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 4:15 -5:15 p.m. Classes meet on right side of building near fabrics.

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 (not per student) if you pay by September 6. Cost includes supplies (except sketch book, erasers, pencil, rulers, and folder: These you will need to purchase), room rental, and Art Festival. The Art Festival will be held on Friday, November 8.

You can register on line. www.newcreationsart.com You will need to print out a registration form on line and mail it (address on form) if you want to save $5. Classes do fill up, so be sure to get your registration in early. You may reserve your spot by calling Gloria at 574-271-8069 even before sending in your reservation.

6) Michigan Space Day

Hello,

I wanted to pass along some information to our Homeschool friends.
We are holding our INaugural Michigan Space Day August 24th 2013 in Coldwater, Michigan. This event is our first as we begin to open our Michigan facility known as MISpaceport.

We have been in Indaina for 5 years and are the states largest STEM/PBL provider. We see over 300 students per week. About 30% of these students are homeschooled. IN Fact, we have a great relationship with Indaina homeschool students.

We wanted you to know about this event, and a little about us so that you can take advantage of our curriculum and programming. Please visit www.spaceportindiana.com to learn about Space Day and Spaceport Indiana. If you have questions, please feel free to contact me.

Cheers,
Brian Tanner
Space Port Indiana
2011 Mira Award Winner-Education/Technology
2010 NASA Top Stars-Education Winner
Indiana's Largest STEM/PBL Provider
www.spaceportindiana.com

7) Harvest Fest 2013

Come join the fun at the 11th annual Southwest Michigan Harvest Fest to be held on Sunday, September 15, 2013. The fest runs from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM and is hosted by Tillers International in Scotts, Michigan, a short ride east from Kalamazoo and Portage. Admission is just $10 per carload (or $1 per person for busloads of ten or more) — and admission for bicyclists is free.

Organizers are hard at work planning this year's Harvest Fest. If you are a veteran of Harvest Fest you will find the same features you've grown to know and love, as well as some new features being planned this year. For more info: http://www.fairfoodmatters.org/harvestfest/index.php

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CLASSIFIEDS

TREADMILL FOR SALE

I have a Crosswalk Cross-trainer treadmill for sale. Works great.

Some features:
2.0 HP motor goes from 0 to 10 MPH
Inclines for tougher workout if you wish.
Has an extra long deck for longer strides.
Has a slow-start feature for safety
Has a safety key that will turn it off if you trip or fall
Has an electronic "motivational display" with speed, distance, calories burned, etc.
Has moveable arms for upper body workout while you walk--can be fixed in place or traditional treadmill use or movable for "cross-training" as you choose.
Folds flat for storage (but it is still big).
Has wheels for ease of moving.

$150 OBO Contact Andrea andreamom001@gmail.com or 269-782-2488

HELP WANTED

Part time yard and home help. It could be a bit like a paid internship to the organic plant nursery business. $8/hr, can use two at a time, maybe 4 hrs/wk, on sunny warm days. Lots of weeding, basic chores. Galien area. Contact Lisa Jackson for more info: growing_obsessions@yahoo.com

BASEBALL CARDS FOR SALE

1000+ baseball cards (Ultra, Fleer, Topps...) Some are in nice binders with sleeves. Entire collection $65 or best offer. Contact Ann at sweetft4god@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 resource library that includes things like 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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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 Andrea homeschoolhub@yahoo.com or 269-240-6094

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 member 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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