NCFCA 2018 National Homeschool Speech and Debate Championship

University of Northwestern - St. Paul, MN 3003 Snelling Avenue North, St. Paul

The 2018 National Christian Forensics and Communications Association National Championship is coming to Minnesota! The University of Northwestern will host competitors from across the nation to compete in debate and speech. The championship is comprised of the top 10% of competitors in the league. Competition is available in both Lincoln-Douglas Value, Team Policy, and Moot…

Free

$5 and Below Book Sale

MN

My friend, Char Puelston and I are hosting a book sale on Wednesday, June 20, 3-8 pm and Thursday, June 21, 10 am – 5 pm. The sale will be held in my garage at 7345 Bester Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076. We are cleaning house and want to get these books into your…

$5 and Below Book Sale!!! June 20 and June 21

My friend, Char Puelston and I are hosting a book sale on Wednesday, June 20, 3-8 pm and Thursday, June 21, 10 am - 5 pm. The sale will be held in my garage at 7345 Bester Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076. We are cleaning house and want to get these books into your…

Free

JR. FILMMAKER’S SUMMER CAMP

Church on the Hill 950 Trumble Street, Chaska

At Jr. Filmmaker's Summer Camp we will be exploring the process of movie-making in 3 Acts! Act 1: Kids will be introduced to what happens in Pre-Production - learning the art of a good story structure, how to write a visual story in a screenplay (script), and the steps of planning for your film shoot.…

$90.00

Where Do I Begin?: A Workshop for New and Prospective Homeschoolers

Heppner's Legacy Homeschool Resources 369 Jackson Avenue NW, Elk River

Where Do I Begin?: A Workshop for New and Prospective Homeschoolers Tuesday, July 31st, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Nancy Bjorkman (HEPPNER'S LEGACY Homeschool Resources) Non-refundable pre-registration fee: $10.00 (includes same-night $5 store credit) Considering homeschooling? Not sure where to begin? This workshop will define realistic and foundational goals for homeschooling that will get new families off to…

$10.00

COMMUNITY EVENT: Homeschooling Through High School Workshop

Heppner's Legacy Homeschool Resources 369 Jackson Avenue NW, Elk River

Homeschooling Through High School Workshop When: Tuesday, August 28th, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Who: Nancy Bjorkman (HEPPNER'S LEGACY Homeschool Resources) Fee: Non-refundable pre-registration fee: $10.00 (includes same-night $5 store credit) This very popular, interactive workshop, presented by Nancy Bjorkman, will help to answer frequently asked questions about homeschooling through the high school years. We will consider course…

$10.00

COMMUNITY EVENT: Almost All Books $5 and Below Book Sale!!!

MN

My friend, Char Puelston and I are hosting a book sale on Friday, September 7, 3 - 8 pm, and Saturday, September 8, 10am - 2pm. The sale will be held in my garage at 7345 Bester Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076. I have been working hard this summer and the shelves in the…

Free

COMMUNITY EVENT: Used Book Sale

MN

My friend, Char Puelston and I are hosting a book sale on Friday, September 7, 3 - 8 pm, and Saturday, September 8, 10am - 2pm. The sale will be held in my garage at 7345 Bester Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076. I have been working hard this summer and the garage shelves are…

Free

COMMUNITY EVENT: Kids in the Kitchen

MN

Do you hope to let the kids join you in the kitchen, but unsure how, what, or when those littles will be ready? Let me guide you through some age and stage appropriate ways to let your kids help in the kitchen. This workshop is best for kids who you can trust and and teach…

$35

COMMUNITY EVENT: Fall Fun with Food

Langford Community Center 30 Langford Park, Saint Paul

This workshop will be chock-full of fun kitchen activities for children ages 7-11 to participate in. We'll enjoy stories, learning games, and make several flavorful fall snacks to enjoy feasting together. Sara Scholtens will be teaching this class. Sara is a home educator, community educator, nature-lover, gardener, and nutrition enthusiast! Link here to register: https://apm.activecommunities.com/saintpaul/Activity_Search/fun-fall-foods-langford/51599…

$35

COMMUNITY EVENT: Homeschool Transcripting for PSEO and College Acceptance

MN

This 90-minute session is designed to help homeschooling and unschooling families develop a transcript that accurately reflects knowledge and level completion in a format that is accepted by Minnesota State schools for PSEO and college/university admission requirements. You will learn what institutions such as Winona State University are looking for on a transcript, as well…

Free

COMMUNITY EVENT: Exploring Learning Styles for More Effective Instruction Workshop

Heppner's Legacy Homeschool Resources 369 Jackson Avenue NW, Elk River

Exploring Learning Styles for More Effective Instruction Workshop When: Tuesday, September 25th, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Who: Nancy Bjorkman (HEPPNER'S LEGACY Homeschool Resources) Fee: Non-refundable pre-registration fee: $10.00 (includes same-night $5 store credit) Gain a fresh perspective on how your children’s actions and attitudes can help you discover their natural bent, so you can plan strategies that…

$10.00

COMMUNITY EVENT: One Day Writing Workshop for Grades 4-8

Elevate Church 191 N Victory Drive, Mankato

This one-day workshop is for students in grades 4-8 who… …are “reluctant writers” (maybe even despise writing!) …are “rambling writers” (I could go on and on… ) …have an aversion to grammar …need motivation and tools to become confident, independent writers (through middle school, high school, and beyond…) Four elements of this workshop: 1. Grammar…

$60

COMMUNITY EVENT: One-Day High School Writing Workshop

Elevate Church 191 N Victory Drive, Mankato

In just one day, your high school student will gain enough knowledge, tools and experience to compose essays for high school, college entrance exams, college courses, and beyond. Your student will do the following at this workshop: Develop pre-writing skills by using essay-specific graphic organizers. Gain experience writing theses and conclusions. Develop body paragraphs by…

$70

COMMUNITY EVENT: Moms’ Night Out

Heppner's Legacy Homeschool Resources 369 Jackson Avenue NW, Elk River

Moms' Night Out Tuesday, October 9th, 7:00-10:00 p.m. FREE! The start of your school year will be underway for most. This is a good time to connect with other homeschooling Moms. Heppner's Legacy will be open from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. with free tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and treats. This will be our final “Moms’…

Free

COMMUNITY EVENT: Oliver! The Musical

Lakeville Area Arts center 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville

Twin Cities Homeschoolers for the Arts is proud to be bringing Charles Dickens’ beloved novel, Oliver Twist, to life. Lionel Bart’s Oliver! takes audiences on a wild adventure through Victorian England. Join young, orphaned Oliver Twist as he navigates London’s underworld of theft and violence, searching for a home, a family, and - most importantly…

$10

COMMUNITY EVENT: Oliver! The Musical

Lakeville Area Arts center 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville

Twin Cities Homeschoolers for the Arts is proud to be bringing Charles Dickens’ beloved novel, Oliver Twist, to life. Lionel Bart’s Oliver! takes audiences on a wild adventure through Victorian England. Join young, orphaned Oliver Twist as he navigates London’s underworld of theft and violence, searching for a home, a family, and - most importantly…

$10

COMMUNITY EVENT: Oliver! The Musical

Lakeville Area Arts center 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville

Twin Cities Homeschoolers for the Arts is proud to be bringing Charles Dickens’ beloved novel, Oliver Twist, to life. Lionel Bart’s Oliver! takes audiences on a wild adventure through Victorian England. Join young, orphaned Oliver Twist as he navigates London’s underworld of theft and violence, searching for a home, a family, and - most importantly…

$10

COMMUNITY EVENT: You Can Be a Writer Too! Workshop

Heppner's Legacy Homeschool Resources 369 Jackson Avenue NW, Elk River

You Can Be a Writer Too! Workshop Saturday, October 20th, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Lois Walfrid Johnson (Award winning author of 39 books) Non-refundable pre-registration fee: $15.00 (includes same-night $5 store credit) Does your child long to be a storyteller? Creating a story can be both fun and heartwarming. Learn from an expert how to do this.…

$15.00

COMMUNITY EVENT: Author Meet and Greet – Lois Walfrid Johnson

Heppner's Legacy Homeschool Resources 369 Jackson Avenue NW, Elk River

Author Meet and Greet Saturday, October 20th, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Lois Walfrid Johnson (Award winning author of 39 books) Cost: FREE! Following her workshop, Lois Walfrid Johnson will be available to meet you and your children. Come visit with this nationally recognized Minnesota treasure. No cost or pre-registration required. More information can be found at www.legacyhomeschool.com,…

Free

COMMUNITY EVENT: Fall Homeschool Camp at ACNW

Audubon Center of the North Woods 54165 Audubon Dr., Sandstone

The Audubon Center of the North Woods (ACNW) offers homeschool camps every fall and winter to extend our quality formal school programming to the homeschool community. We specialize in overnight experiences for K–12 learners and our classes are aligned with MN Academic Standards. Join for us for a one- or two-night environmental learning experience full…

COMMUNITY EVENT: Speak Truth in Your Heart Conference

Faith Community Church 777 Carmichael Rd., Hudson

Taught by homeschool graduate Sarah Mally and staffed by other homeschool graduates, this conference will challenge girls to be well grounded in the Word of God and to identify lies which are the root issues behind struggles they face. Sarah will include many stories, illustrations, and practical tips as she discusses topics such as who…

$15

COMMUNITY EVENT: Math Games Night Workshop

Heppner's Legacy Homeschool Resources 369 Jackson Avenue NW, Elk River

Math Games Night Workshop Tuesday, November 13th, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Nancy Bjorkman (HEPPNER'S LEGACY Homeschool Resources) Non-refundable pre-registration fee: $10.00 (includes same-night $5 store credit) Many have said you need to play math games in order to teach them. This is your chance. This interactive workshop will cover the why’s and how’s of using games to…

$10.00

COMMUNITY EVENT: K-12 Bethany Experience

Bethany Lutheran College 700 Luther Drive, Mankato

Explore all that Bethany has to offer! November 14, 2018 Experience hands-on exploration with professors who are passionate about life-long learning. This special day is perfect for homeschool students who would enjoy moving about Bethany’s impressive campus in various teams engaged in age-appropriate activities. Hands-on learning sessions (subject to availability) - Chemical Reactions and Balloons…

Free

COMMUNITY EVENT: The LION, the WITCH, and the WARDROBE

Holy Family Academy 5925 West Lake Street, St. Louis Park

The High School Students of Holy Family Home Educators’ Spotlight Family Theater proudly present The LION, the WITCH, and the WARDROBE Directed by Tracy & Karen Sattler WHEN: December 7, 8, 14, 15, 2018 7:00p.m. WHERE: Holy Family Academy, Kattar Hall 5925 West Lake Street, St. Louis Park ADMISSION: Free Will Offering ~ General Admission…

Free Will Offering

COMMUNITY EVENT: Winter Homeschool Camp at ACNW

Audubon Center of the North Woods 54165 Audubon Dr., Sandstone

The Audubon Center of the North Woods (ACNW) offers homeschool camps every fall and winter to extend our quality formal school programming to the homeschool community. We specialize in overnight experiences for K–12 learners and our classes are aligned with MN Academic Standards. Join for us for a one- or two-night environmental learning experience full…

COMMUNITY EVENT: 2018-2019 Scripps National Spelling Bee for Homeschool Community

Great River Regional Library 1300 W. ST. GERMAIN ST., Saint Cloud

Home Educated Youth of St. Cloud (HEY) is hosting the Scripps National Spelling Bee and has invited non-HEY members to attend. It’s a fun, low-pressure event that I encourage you to consider! Please see the information below: HEY is participating in the 2018-2019 Scripps National Spelling Bee and we would like to invite non-HEY members…

$5