Drama Club, Open Swim, Essay Contest & Free DVDs, Heikinpaiva Events, Isle Royal Series, Cabin Fever Carnival, Class Acts "Flamenco Vivo", etc

Archive Notice:

This is an archived version of the emailed newsletter: "Updates!" All contact info has been deleted for privacy sake. If you need information on any of the events/items posted on this blog please email ccheupdates@gmail.com for further information.

 

Drama Club (TODAY)

 

Attention drama club fans and persons interested in learning more about the homeschoolers' drama club!  Please mark your calendars:

 

Regular meetings will begin on Tuesday, January 25th, 3-4(:30) at Bethany Baptist Church in Dollar Bay.  Please bring suggestions/ideas/questions/scripts/etc, and anything else for us to discuss in preparation for our 2011 drama club performance, which will as usual take place in late April or early May.  Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend!  This is a great (and fun) way for your student(s) to have the opportunity to perform in front of an audience and to work together with other homeschoolers to plan, organize and put together an evening of entertainment for friends and family

 

This year, to make it easier for those families with both older (ages 10 or 11 through high school) and younger students (pre-k through 10 or 11),  both groups will be meeting at the same time and place (on Tuesdays at Bethany at 3 pm), in different rooms within the church building.  One item we will discuss at our first meeting is whether the younger students will meet each week or every other week as in previous years.

 

Looking forward to seeing you all!  If you have questions, please call Margo (withheld for archive).

 

Open Swimming Returns

 

1-2pm on Thusdays ($2 per a person; $6 for a family, with possible gym time afterwards until 2:30). Parents can swim too or enjoy some time chatting with other adults. This is an excellent way to get to know other homeschoolers while giving the kids some exercise and group activities! Remember that in order to participate in the Open Gym the child must wear clean gym shoes or socks. Per Finlandia's rules – bare feet are not permitted.

 

Stossel in the Classroom Contest and Free DVDs -

 

FINAL WEEKS to enter Stossel in the Classroom's essay contest—FEBRUARY 28th DEADLINE!: "WHAT'S GREAT ABOUT AMERICA?" Have your students voice their answer and be eligible to WIN OVER 120 CASH PRIZES, plus an all-expense-paid trip to New York City to see a live taping of "STOSSEL" for 1st and 2nd place students, teachers and an adult chaperone. The DEADLINE is FEBRUARY 28th, so follow this link for further contest rules and to SUBMIT YOUR STUDENTS ESSAYS! http://stosselintheclassroom.org/essaycontest.php

Teachers—Order Your FREE DVDs Today!: If you haven't already ordered our newest FREE DVDs for this school year, use this link to place your orders NOW! The "Stossel in the Classroom: 2011 Edition" DVD includes both English and Spanish subtitles, as well as an accompanying Teacher's Guide containing lesson plans, activity suggestions, viewing guides and vocabulary, in English and Spanish.   

 

Heikinpaiva Events -

 

http://www.pasty.com/heikki/sched.html

 

(details withheld for archive – see primary website instead)

Portage Lake Public Library Isle Royal Series -

The Portage Lake District Library hosts "Discover Isle Royale," a series of monthly programs that are sponsored by the Isle Royale Institute and Isle Royale National Park. 

On Thursday, January 27, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., fisheries biologist Jay Glase will present "Fish, Frogs and Fleas? Aquatic Species at Isle Royale."  More than 75% of Isle Royale National Park is underwater and participants are invited to dive in with Glase to look at the diversity of aquatic species at the island. They will explore water habitats from the deep water realm of the lake trout to shoreline splash pool homes of chorus frogs, and investigate the possible threats to these underwater ecosystems. 

Glase has been the National Park Service Midwest regional fishery biologist for eight years. He has conducted fisheries and aquatic investigations at all of the parks and lakeshores of Lakes Superior and Michigan, as well as at Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota and on the St. Croix National Scenic River in Wisconsin/Minnesota. 

Library presentations are free and everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.pldl.org.  

 

MTU Preschool Cabin Fever Carnival –

 

MTU Cabin Fever Carnival, March 5^th 10am to 1pm at the Rozsa Center – see link for further details:

 

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Class Acts "Flamenco Vivo" (REGISTER ASAP)-

 

Jan. 28^th 2011 at 1pm! Contact Sarah (withheld for archive) to attend. Do not contact the Rozsa Center directly as seats have already been reserved for our groups.  Also, grade recommendations need to be observed for all performances.   The cost is  $1 per student due the day of the performance.  TIME IS RUNNING OUT!

 

http://www.rozsa.mtu.edu/classacts/ca03.php

 

 

Items to Remember:

 

Finlandia's Pool is OPEN!! See above for details.

 

Home School Chess Club – Meets at Bethany Baptist Church in Dollar Bay every 2^nd and 4^th Friday. Next meeting: The next one will be January 28 at 3:00pm.

 

Help Copper Harbor Ambulance Barn – help them win a $250,000 grant for a building to house an ambulance in Copper Harbor. For more details visit: http://www.refresheverything.com/copperharborambulancebarn?utm_source=em

 

Community Comments/Questions:

 

CCHE Board Meeting

 

We are currently scheduling for the next CCHE Board Meeting. The date will be announced shortly. If you have any items that should be brought up before the board – please forward them either to me at ccheupdates@gmail.com or to the board's President: (withheld for archive).

 

From Val (Updates Coordinator):

 

CCHE is always looking for ways to help homeschoolers in the community. Please forward any ideas you have for the websites, "Updates!" or CCHE in general.

 

Thanks,

ccheupdates@gmail.com.

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Remember if you miss or lose a CCHE Updates email you can view an archive of our Updates on our home website and on: http://ccheupdates.blogspot.com

CCHE does not pass on emails/addresses/names from any of our mailing lists (electronic or snail mail) to any other groups, organizations or individuals.

Open Swimming, Drama Club, Gymnastics, Ancient Artifacts, UMCHE, Midwinter Conference, Heikinpaiva, Robert Burns' Night, Gluten-Free Recipe Exchange, etc

Archive Notice:

This is an archived version of the emailed newsletter: "Updates!" All contact info has been deleted for privacy sake. If you need information on any of the events/items posted on this blog please email ccheupdates@gmail.com for further information.

 

Open Swimming Returns

 

The pool at Finlandia has reopened and so we will be able to resume open swim starting with Thursday, Jan. 13th.

 

Remember: 1-2pm ($2 per a person; $6 for a family, with possible gym time afterwards until 2:30). Parents can swim too or enjoy some time chatting with other adults. This is an excellent way to get to know other homeschoolers while giving the kids some exercise and group activities! Remember that in order to participate in the Open Gym the child must wear clean gym shoes or socks. Per Finlandia's rules – bare feet are not permitted.

 

Drama Club

 

Attention drama club fans and persons interested in learning more about the homeschoolers' drama club!  Please mark your calendars:

 

There will be a parents' (and older students') planning meeting Tuesday, January 18th at 3 PM at Bethany Baptist Church in Dollar Bay.  Please bring suggestions/ideas/questions/scripts/etc, and anything else for us to discuss in preparation for our 2011 drama club performance, which will as usual take place in late April or early May.  Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend!  This is a great (and fun) way for your student(s) to have the opportunity to perform in front of an audience and to work together with other homeschoolers to plan, organize and put together an evening of entertainment for friends and family

 

Regular meetings will begin on Tuesday, January 25th, 3-4(:30) at Bethany Baptist Church in Dollar Bay.  This year, to make it easier for those families with both older (ages 10 or 11 through high school) and younger students (pre-k through 10 or 11),  both groups will be meeting at the same time and place (on Tuesdays at Bethany at 3 pm), in different rooms within the church building.  One item we will discuss at our first meeting is whether the younger students will meet each week or every other week as in previous years.

 

Looking forward to seeing you all!  If you have questions, please call Margo (withheld for archive).

 

Gymnastics

 

Gymnastics continues on Monday afternoons. It's still not too late to have your child enrolled! The fundraising activities of the Copper Country Gymnastics Association also continue. See the newsletter below:

 

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Ancient Artifacts at PLDL -

 

The Portage Lake District Library will host a program sponsored by the Ancient Artifacts Preservation Society on Thursday, January 20, from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. 

Bob Wheeler will present "Ancient Artifacts" and invites the public to an evening of sharing, inspection, and discussion of what could be prehistoric evidence left by ancient people. There will be stones that may have been modified by ancient people and other items on display. Participants are welcome to bring artifacts that they have or just their interest and curiosity in what has been found by others. 

Library presentations are free and everyone is welcome. For more information (withheld for archive) visit www.pldl.org.  

 

UMCHE Events (Negaunee) –

 

There are two events on the UMCHE calendar this week:

Wednesday, January 12--Dome Day--9:30-12Noon

Friday, January 14, 7:00 PM--"Mid-Winter Boost Meeting" at Calvary Baptist Church in Negaunee

Need more info?  Read it in the newsletter: 

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Midwinter Conference Deadline (Downstate MI) –

 

The deadline for pre-registration for the upcoming Mid-Winter Conference for Home Educators is January 14, 2011.

After the January 14th registrations will be available at the door only.

The discount prices are as follows and will expire at midnight on January 14th.

 

Adult Ticket $50

Teen Ticket $40

Married Couple $80

Support Group Leader/Ministry Person $40

Support Group Leader/Ministry Couple $75

 

Session descriptions and schedule are now posted on our web site.

A total of 9 helpful and encouraging sessions are being prayerfully prepared by David Quine, Carol Barnier, Karen Costello and Susan Prewitt,

Along with top quality vendors preparing to come ready to serve and encourage,

You don't want to miss this wonderful weekend of refreshment designed with you and your home education endeavors in mind!

 

Act now to register and come join us January 28 and 29, 2011 for the annual MWC!

Go to www.midwinterconference.org for all registration details and conference details.

 

Heikinpaiva Events -

 

http://www.pasty.com/heikki/sched.html

(withheld for archive)

 

Robert Burns' Night

 

The Celtic Quarter, a non-profit group dedicated to preserving Celtic heritage in the Keweenaw, is hosting a Robert Burns' Night Supper & Entertainment as a fundraiser. The event takes place January 22^nd at 6pm at Brownstone Hall in Atlantic Mine. Tickets are $20 for adults and $8 for children under the age of 12. There will be a traditional Scottish dinner with the "Address to the Haggis", Celtic music (including Superior Pipes and Drums) and Highland Dancing. This is a family event – but there will be some alcohol served. Please contact me to purchase tickets: ccheupdates@gmail.com (withheld for archive)

 

Gluten-Free Recipe Exchange at PLDL

 

Regular meetings of the Gluten-Free Recipe Exchange are held on the 3^rd Monday of each month from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Portage Lake District Library. The next meeting will be January 17, and everyone is invited to participate.  

 

Each month will feature a different type of food, and January's meeting will focus on gluten-free quick breads and muffins. Participants are welcome to bring their favorite gluten-free quick breads or muffins for sampling and are encouraged to share their recipes. Copies of the recipes will be made at the library. Please list all ingredients used in making foods that are shared at these meetings and identify the brand names of the gluten-free ingredients. Bringing food is not a requirement for attendance.  

 

The Gluten-Free Recipe Exchange is organized by and for those who are interested in or required to follow a gluten-free diet. Gluten-free eating requires the avoidance of all wheat, rye, barley, and oats. Most people find it challenging at first, but are excited to find recipes and foods that are fun and easy to make and tasty to eat. The Gluten-Free Recipe Exchange is an opportunity to share those great recipes and learn from others. Everyone who is interested in learning more about gluten-free eating is encouraged to attend. 

 

This program is free and open to all. For more information, please call a member of the group at (withheld for archive) or visit www.pldl.org.

 

Items to Remember:

 

Finlandia's Pool is OPEN!!

 

Gymnastics with Jeanie on Mondays at 2:30 (for young kids) and 3:30 for grade-schoolers.

 

Home School Chess Club – Meets at Bethany Baptist Church in Dollar Bay every 2^nd and 4^th Friday. Next meeting: Friday January 21^st, 2011 at 3:00pm

 

Help Copper Harbor Ambulance Barn – help them win a $250,000 grant for a building to house an ambulance in Copper Harbor. For more details visit: http://www.refresheverything.com/copperharborambulancebarn?utm_source=em

 

Community Comments/Questions:

 

Why So Quiet?

There are so many ways to contribute, to reach out to your fellow homeschoolers. Consider submitting an article for our blog or a question/comment for the "Updates!".

 

From Val (Updates Coordinator):

 

CCHE is always looking for ways to help homeschoolers in the community. Please forward any ideas you have for the websites, "Updates!" or CCHE in general.

 

Thanks,

ccheupdates@gmail.com.

 

--
http://www.cchomeeducators.com/
Remember if you miss or lose a CCHE Updates email you can view an archive of our Updates on our home website and on: http://ccheupdates.blogspot.com

CCHE does not pass on emails/addresses/names from any of our mailing lists (electronic or snail mail) to any other groups, organizations or individuals.

Gymnastics Correction, KNAP, Mathops Grant, Second Sunday Folk Dance Series, Expanded Resources at Portage Library, Ski for Warmth, Heikinpaiva, Piano Lessons in Baraga area

Archive Notice:

This is an archived version of the emailed newsletter: "Updates!" All contact info has been deleted for privacy sake. If you need information on any of the events/items posted on this blog please email ccheupdates@gmail.com for further information.

 

Spring-R-Roo Gymnastics (CORRECTION) -

The previous flier had a start date in February for the next session of gymnastics – unfortunately this was a typo.  Jeanie has updated the flier and pro-rated the price for starting this next Monday (Janauary 17^th).  Please see the linked flier below for further details.

 

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Keweenaw Natural and Attachment Parenting (KNAP)

Keweenaw Natural and Attachment Parenting (KNAP) is a resource for Keweenaw-area parents who are interested in practicing attachment parenting and embracing a natural lifestyle for their families. 

Examples of attachment and natural parenting include: natural childbirth (incl. homebirth), breastfeeding, babywearing, sharing a family bed, elimination communication (diaper-free babies), cloth diapering, vaccine choice, alternative medicine, gentle discipline, homeschooling, healthy eating (unprocessed, local, organic), and green living (avoiding chemicals, living sustainably). 

Starting in January, the KNAP group will host monthly potluck-style gatherings so that parents can socialize, share information, and support one another on their parenting journeys. Meetings will be held on the first Thursday of every month, 6-8 pm, at the First United Methodist Church in Hancock. Our first meeting will be on Thursday, January 6th. All families interested in any aspects of attachment and natural parenting are welcome! 

You can also sign up for our Yahoo group at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/KNAP/.

"Mathops" Provider Requesting Assistance

"Mathops" is a free Algebra/math program that has been featured in our "Updates!" a few times before. On January 3^rd, CCHE received the following email and I felt it appropriate to pass it on:

 

"I am sorry for sending you an email, but we need your help.  We provide free algebra programming and have come across an opportunity to submit a proposal for a government grant to add enhancements to our algebra product, www.mathops.com.  We are working with a local university on this proposal.  These enhancements will help home school students.  The proposal is due the second week in January.

In order to receive funding, we need letters from current customers regarding their thoughts of our product.

If you know someone who is using our product, please pass this email on to them.

If we use their letter in any way, we will give them a one year subscription to our commercial free side.

Letters need to be one page or less, with at least one inch margins, in font 12 or larger (don't you just love the government!).  They should include a brief introduction of who is writing the letter and how they use Mathops, information on their opinion of Mathops, and possibly something about how it has helped their child.   If they'd like to add something about how they'd like to see the product expanded that would help too.

We would need the letter prior to January 9th.   The letter can be emailed as a scanned attachment or faxed to us at (withheld for archive) (please write attention Kathy Ferguson Twining Mathematics, LLC on the cover page).  It can also be mailed to the address below:

 (withheld for archive)

Thank you for considering this.  I apologize for sending you another email.

Kathy (withheld for archive)

Second Sunday Folk Dance Series -

 

Dear Friends,

The January Second Sunday Folk Dance Series presents autoharp virtuoso Bryan Bowers on January 9.  The concert begins at 4pm CT with hosts Bette and Dean Premo (White Water) performing a short concert set with special performers Carry and Emma Dlutkowski.  The Bowers' concert follows immediately. After the concert portion of the evening, snacks and beverages will be available (at no charge) and the dance begins with The Front Parlor Dance Band playing tunes and Bette Premo providing dance instruction and calling (always easy and gently taught). The last song of the evening ends at 7PM CT.

Between 1:00 and 3:00 PM CT, Bob Arthur will lead an Old-time Music Jam Session at the Dining Hall.  Bring an instrument and play along.  There is NO CHARGE for the Jam Session.

The January Second Sunday Folk Dance has been a regular stop on Bryan Bowers' midwinter tour. His creativity and talent have won him induction into Frets Magazine's First Gallery of the Greats (other in the gallery includeChet Atkins, David Grisman, Stephan Grappelli, Itzhak Perlman, Tony Rice, and Mark O'Connor). Bowers can be zany on stage while playing a song like "Four Wet Pigs" and follow this with the gentle reverence of "Will the Circle Be Unbroken."

Admission to the SSFD event is $7/adult and children under 15 are free. The Fortune Lake Lutheran Camp is located between Iron River and Crystal Falls (in Iron County, Michigan), 2 miles west of Crystal Falls on US-2.  Turn south on Bible Camp Road and drive for less than a quarter mile.  Turn right on Fortune Lake Camp Road and just drive a short distance.  For more information about the folk event check out the website at:  http://www.white-water-associates.com/second.htm or call (withheld for archive).

The remaining line-up of musicians for the Second Sunday season includes LJ Booth (February), Stas and Misha (March), and Anne Hills (April).

See you on Sunday.

Dean (withheld for archive)

Web: http://www.white-water-associates.com  

Learn About Expanded Resources at Portage Library –

Hi and Happy New Year!
 
This event will teach PLDL patrons how to use two incredible databases that we recently acquired and are excited to offer. Thank you for sharing this information with one another. The language courses and the over 500 continuing education classes (all free!) are an exceptional opportunity for learning. (See link below)
 
Thank you!
 
Chris (withheld for archive)

www.pldl.org

 

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Ski for Warmth (Crystal Falls) –

 

10:00 AM To 03:00 PM

Location: The Listening Inn B & B, Crystal Falls

Raise money to keep others warm and have fun doing it! Come out and cross-country Ski or snowshoe on Saturday, January 15th between 10 am and 3pm at the Listening Inn B & B, 9 miles north of Crystal Falls on Clark Road, off of Hwy 141.

 

·                     Trail fees for the day ($8 per person)

·                     Light refreshments provided

·                     Ski and snowshoe rentals available

 

More Info: Phone: (withheld for archive)

 

Heikinpaiva Events -

 

http://www.pasty.com/heikki/sched.html

(withheld for archive)

 

Community Comments/Questions:

 

Piano Lessons in Baraga Area?

A local homeschooling family is looking for information piano lessons in the Baraga area. If you know of an instructor – please email ccheupdates@gmail.com and we'll get the information to them! Thank You!

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Remember if you miss or lose a CCHE Updates email you can view an archive of our Updates on our home website and on: http://ccheupdates.blogspot.com

CCHE does not pass on emails/addresses/names from any of our mailing lists (electronic or snail mail) to any other groups, organizations or individuals.