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Volume 15 - 3/10/10
Welcome to
Apples of Gold Homeschool News!
Where you'll find the latest news on activities, updates to events and resources, and ideas to enlarge your homeschool experience.
Recent Apple-a-Day Posts:
Answers to Non-Homeschoolers' Questions
SPRING CONFERENCES ARE COMING:
2010 MACHE Homeschool Conference and Curriculum Fair
"Homeschool on the Range"
April 16 - 17, 2010
Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, Minnesota
Thursday Special Session
"Homeschooling 101: Where Do I Begin?"
April 15, 2010
Complete conference information at http://www.wpa.org
2010 Wisconsin Parents Association 26th Annual Conference and Curriculum Fair
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
HOMESCHOOL EXHIBIT NIGHT and USED BOOK & CURRICULUM SALE!
April 15th, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. (5:30 set-up) at Mission Covenant Church, Hwy. P, Poplar, WI
EXHIBIT NIGHT:
Homeschoolers grades K-12 are invited to participate by setting up a display on any interest. The theme can be academic or non-academic. A written report or hands-on demonstration are optional at the discretion of the parents
Exhibits will be on display during the same period as the book sale. Students will be allowed 1/2 a regular banquet sized table for their displays. Students should remain near their tables for discussion and to answer questions as people stop by.
USED BOOK & CURRICULUM SALE:
The sale will take place for two hours only. Sellers should bring their own cash and coin for making change and will operate their own tables. They are also responsible to remove any unsold or free/give-away items.
To reserve a space for either event, please contact Laura at 715-364-2771 or Kristin at 715-392-8233
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ANSWERS IN GENESIS Dr. Terry Mortenson Minnesota Speaking Tour with a Special Session for Homeschoolers
| Friday, March 12, 2010 | ||
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| 6:30 p.m. |
Hermantown Community Church | |
| 6:30 p.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Creation vs Evolution: Why It Matters |
| 7:45 p.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Origin of Species: Was Darwin Right? |
| Saturday, March 13, 2010 | ||
| 10 a.m. |
Faith Baptist Church | |
| 10 a.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Dinosaurs: Have You Been Brainwashed? (Homeschool session) |
| 6 p.m. |
Myles Rief Center | |
| 6 p.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Creation vs Evolution: Why It Matters |
| 7:20 p.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Origin of Species: Was Darwin Right? |
| Sunday, March 14, 2010 | ||
| 10 a.m. |
Northwoods Bible Church | |
| 10 a.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Creation vs Evolution: Why It Matters |
| 6 p.m. |
Backus Auditorium | |
| 6 p.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Noah`s Flood: Washing Away Millions of Years |
| 7:15 p.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Ape-men, Races and the Bible |
| Monday, March 15, 2010 | ||
| 8 a.m. |
Lakeview Christian Academy | |
| 8 a.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | 7 C`s of History (Grades K-4) |
| 9 a.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Dinosaurs, Noah`s Flood and Millions of Years (Grades 5-12) |
| 6:45 p.m. |
First Baptist Church | |
| 6:45 p.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | The Age of the Earth: Why It Matters |
| 8 p.m. | Dr. Terry Mortenson | Noah`s Flood: Washing Away Millions of Years |
More Information
Contact Information
John Fisher - north locations Chilsom, Grand Rapids, International Falls 218-666-5038 meanderlake@accessmn.com
Russ Young - southern locations Duluth, Hermantown RussYoung@q.com
218-729-1894 hm
218-269-2208 cell
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High School Rocks - Battle of the Bands
HIGH SCHOOL ROCKS
BATTLE OF THE BANDS
April 18th, at the DECC in Duluth, MN
12 bands from high schools all across northern NE Minnesota and NW Wisconsin including the Homeschool Band ARISE THE DAWN will be performing at this event. You can show your support by attending and really giving up a cheer for the only band entered as homeschooled. The winning band will get to make a recording at the McNally Smith College of Music in St. Paul.
Area colleges and vendors will be present during the event.
Teachers and Parents, don't miss this opportunity to show off your
You decide. Then persuade us.
FINAL REGISTRATION DATE:
MAY 1, 2010
FINAL SUBMISSION DATE:
INTENDED PARTICIPANTS:
Students, grades 8-12.
ESSAY FORMAT AND REQUIREMENTS:
Each essay must be between 900 and 1100 words(3-4 pp)
Each essay should be double spaced
Per the registration instructions below,
each essay is to be submitted via email.
CONTEST AWARDS:
1ST PLACE: $500
2ND PLACE: $250
3RD PLACE: $100
HOW TO REGISTER :
Send an Email to essaycontest@circeinstitute.org with
your name, address, grade, and phone number included in the body.
HOW TO SUBMIT:
Please attach your essay to an Email and send it to
essaycontest@circeinstitute.org.
QUESTIONS?
Email David Kern via david@circeinstitute.org
RED BY OUR FRIENDS AT:
DOWNHILL SKIING - HOMESCHOOL MONDAYS
Lift tickets for Homeschool Mondays are sold from 9 am to 4 pm in the Snow Sports Center & Rental Dept.
Must show homeschool certification/state registration form to qualify for these rates.
$10 Student Lift Ticket -- $10 Parent Lift Ticket -- $10 Ski Rental Package
$12 Snowboard Rental Package -- $10 Lesson available - any level needed
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Homeschool Bowling
Incline Station Bowling Center, 601 West Superior Street, Duluth (across from the main library) hosts bowling for homeschoolers with a rate $2.50 per game including free shoes at 1 pm.m on the first Wednesday of the month. Phone 218-722-BOWL.
Dates: *April 7 *May 5 *June 2
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Homeschool Rollerskating Days
World of Wheels Skate Center hosts homeschool skating days on the second Thursday of the month from 1-3:30 p.m.
The dates for the 2009-10 school year are:
March 11, April 8, May 13
This longtime homeschool event includes a live DJ, contests, games and prizes. The cost is $4 per skater, which includes skate rental. People are welcome to bring their own skates, but the $4 fee still applies to skate. Admission is free for nonskaters, and parents may walk alongside their children to help them skate. Strollers are allowed on the rink, too.
The manager requests no outside food be brought in. There is a snack bar that includes fresh popcorn.
World of Wheels is looking better than ever this year, with remodeling that includes a larger seating area, new carpet and a resurfaced skating rink. See pictures on the World of Wheels website, http://www.wowsk8.us/.
World of Wheels Skate Center
1218 Oakes Ave.
Superior, WI 548
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AT THE SUPERIOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
Annual Spring Used Book Sale - Apr. 23 - Apr. 24
Mark these dates on your calendar. You don't want to miss our biggest book sale yet!!!
| Library Classroom and Meeting Room | |
| Friday, April 23, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Saturday, April 24, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm |
Money Management for Kids:
The Money Making Kids (M&Ms) will be meeting Thrus., April 1st in the library's classroom. Anyone ages 10-14 interested in joining may contact Nora at 715-394-8867.
Game Day:
The Children's Room will host it's annual Game Day on Thursday, March 18th in the library's classroom from 2:00-4:00 p.m. We supply the board games and snacks - you supply the competition! Children of all ages are welcome to attend this free event.
Toddler Story Time:
Ages 18 mo. to 3 years - April 6 & May 4 at 10:00 a.m. 1/2 hour filled with stories and fun! No registration necessary.
Preschool Story Time:
Registration begins March 8. Session runs from March 22 - April 28, and takes place Mon., Tues., Wed., from 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. for children ages 3-5. Choose the morning that works best for you. Register in person or call 715-394-8866. Each story includes stories, finger plays, and a craft.
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MissionaryAviation Camp
July 31-August 6, 2010
Silver Birch Ranch
N6120 Sawyer Lake Rd. White Lake, WI 54491
Phone - 715.484. 2742 Fax - 715.484.2743 www.silverbirchranch.org
The goal of SBR’s Aviation Camp is to get
teens, ages 14-18, excited about flying, while introducing them to the vast opportunities of missions aviation.An Aviation Camp...
-Ground Sessions to learn principles of flight and navigation in a Mission Aviation environment
-1/2 to 1 hour actual flying every day with a certified flight instructor.
(weather permitting)A Typical Day:
8:00 Breakfast; 9:00 Leave for airport in Antigo
(Flying and Ground Classes); 12:00 Lunch at airport; 3-3:30 Head back to SBR; 5:00 Dinner (Schedule is weather dependent)- A day visit to the Oshkosh EAA AirVenture Museum and a tour of the Control Tower
- Bible-centered and missions focused curriculum
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Edgewater Resort in Duluth offering Discounts to Homeschoolers
The Edgewater Resort & Waterpark Hotel & Conference Center in Duluth offers a great discount to home school families.
50% off any room Sunday-Thursday/September-June
25% off any room Friday and Saturday
25% off any room for the months of July and August.
Just ask for the homeschool discount.
They also offer a program called Tiki Tots. Families are able to come to from 8am-Noon and utilize the park for a low cost.
Contact Lisa Filzen at 218-625-2608 or call toll free 1-800-777-7925 and ask for reservations.
FREE online education
http://www.free-ed.net (Free Education) is a site that provides over 300 online courses in a wide variety of disciplines, from math to photography, all for FREE. Mostly college level courses, they do not offer credit or certification, but could be a valuable asset used as an alternative high school curriculum, for enhancing a resume, or to investigate college interests before enrolling in an institution. Here, in part, is the mission of Free-Ed as stated on the website: "Free-Ed.Net is committed to providing an online "school" where users from around the world can study, take courses, and participate in online community learning activities at no cost."
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More Children's Theater Productions coming up this season at the Playhouse:
Twinderella: The Musical May 7-16, 2010
The Playhouse Children's Theatre Arts program offers classes and summer camps year-round for youth K-12.
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The Duluth Air and Aviation Expo will be returning to Duluth the summer of 2010. Visit the site: http://www.duluthairshow.com/ to stay abreast of ticket information and updates.
Be sure to click on the "Fantastic Links" page for more resources. We've added a variety of new links, especially pertaining to community opportunities!
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