LINCOLN COUNTY CHRISTIAN HOME EDUCATORS USED CURRICULUM SALE
Friday, June 20, 2008; Doors open to the public from 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
St. Stephens United Methodist Church, 101 Saint Stephen Ln., Troy, Missouri.
     The church is located on Hwy 47 in Troy, MO. If coming by Hwy 40-61, take the Troy exit, turn west onto Hwy 47, travel through the town of Troy. At the stoplight to Wal-Mart the church is 0.69 miles, travel through one last stoplight past Wal-Mart. The church is on the right hand side of the road. There is a large church sign. The church is on the top of a hill.
     Large round tables are available for rent at $5 per table. To request a table(s) e-mail mailto:dloefflerbunch@yahoo.com . Please type “table, used curriculum sale” in the subject line. A confirmation e-mail will be sent to you. Table rental money is due upon arrival at the sale. Doors open for sellers at 8:30 a.m.

SHARE USED CURRICULUM SALE
Saturday, June 21, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Sellers can set up at 8 a.m. and buy from each other before 9 a.m.
Salvation Army, 824 Union Road - In the back recreation/activities room
Sellers can set up at 8 a.m.
Cost  $5.00 per table.   25 tables available…first come, first served
Cost is per table not per seller...sellers may share a table if you don’t have too much to sell. 
Sponsored by St. Louis Homeschooling Activities, Resources, and Encouragement
For more information, contact Amy Carpenter at 314-487-9252 or macarpenter2@sbcglobal.net

CIRCUS FLORA
     Through June 22. Show times are 7 p.m., Tuesdays through Fridays; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Saturdays; and 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sundays. It is closed on Mondays.
     Under the air-conditioned tent in Grand Center. It is adjacent to Powell Hall at the corner of Grand Boulevard and Samuel Sheppard Drive.
     Homeschooled students Elliana, Keaton, and Kellin Hentoff-Killian and Claire Kuciejczyk-Kernan will be performing with Circus Flora, St. Louis’ professional one ring, European style circus from June 5th to June 22nd, except Mondays.
     Elliana, Claire, Keaton, and Kellin are doing partner acrobatics and tumbling with the St. Louis Arches, Claire and Elliana are vaulting with the Ianna Spirit Riders (vaulting combines dance and acrobatics on horseback), and Elliana and Claire are appearing throughout the Robin Hood story.
     To purchase tickets call (314) 534-1111 or visit www.metrotix.com .  For information about Circus Flora please see their website at http://www.circusflora.org/ . To purchase tickets please go to the Flora box office or call 289-4040. This is the Circus Flora box office number. There is no service charge if you purchase tickets at the Circus Flora Box Office, Centene Center Lobby, 3547 Olive, or the circus lot. Please check website for times each are opened. There is a $1.00 service fee per ticket if you order by phone through Circus Flora and pick up at will call. (This is still cheaper than the $4.00 service charge if you ordered through Metrotix.)
     Admission: Tickets range from $8 to $35, depending on performance. Tuesday has the cheapest ticket price at $8.00; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday are the next cheapest days at $12.00. Groups of 20 or more can have a 20% discount Wednesday through Sunday. This year there is assigned, reserved seating. There are individual seats instead of bleachers.

MATH CONTEST CAMP 2008
Week 1:  June 22-27
             For Students entering grades 5-8
Week 2:  July 6-11
             For Students entering grades 7-12
Campus of Southwest Baptist University, Bolivar, MO
1600 University Avenue Bolivar, Missouri 65613      What is Math Contest Camp?...  It is an opportunity for students who love math to work through old math contests together (such as MATHCOUNTS, AMC 10/12, and other contests); discuss these contests and how to do the problems and other similar problems; develop creativity and problem-solving abilities; develop discipline and self-confidence as they learn new mathematics and mathematically related activities; plus recreation and social times.
     Dr. Kevin Hopkins, Ph.D in mathematics from University of Illinois and Chair of SBU Math Dept, is the host instructor for Math Contest Camps at SBU.  He has hosted student math contests for 9 years, works with a math contest club at his local middle school, conducted week-long summer workshops for teachers, etc.  He loves working with children  to encourage their love of learning math. 
     This is an opportunity for students to work with peers as they  learn and are challenged in the area of math.  There is a mix of public, private, and homeschool students who attend Math Contest Camp, and all greatly enjoy it!  Dr. Hopkins has given permission to share this info with homeschoolers
     In addition to working with math, students often have opportunities to swim at the campus pool, climb the rock wall on campus, play lots of Scatterball, etc.  Overall, it is a very fun and educational week.  Chaperones are Christian parents or teachers who work closely with Dr. Hopkins to make the camp experience safe, fun, and rewarding.
     It is not required that a student be familiar with Math Contests, nor enjoy the competition aspect of math contests.  The student does need to enjoy math, as that will be the focus of the camp.   For more info about Math Contest Camp 2008 at SBU in Bolivar:
http://users.sbuniv.edu/~khopkins/2008mcc.html 
     The camp will be held on the campus of Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, MO, but is not sponsored by SBU.  It is the personal work of Dr. Hopkins, Chair of the Mathematics Department at Southwest Baptist University.  Bolivar is 130 miles from Kansas City, 190 miles from St. Louis, and 25 miles north of Springfield.  The Lake of the Ozarks and Branson are nearby attractions families could visit before or after dropping their camper off.  Although not officially sponsoring the camp, Southwest Baptist University is the location of the facilities. 
     To contact SBU, call 1-800-526-5859 or (417) 328-5281.  Feel free to contact Dr. Hopkins (e-mail: khopkins@sbuniv.edu ) if you have any questions.  You may also call him at (417) 328-1675 or fax him at (417) 328-1658.

ART CAMP AND STONE CARVING WORKSHOP
Monday-Friday, June 23-27
9 - 11:30 am for ages 8-10; ; $110
Noon - 3 pm for ages 11 & up; $130
DaySpring School of the Arts, 2608 Metro Blvd., Maryland Heights, OH  63043
     Join us to learn the basic  tools & techniques of carving stone & plaster. You will draw on other artistic techniques & the principles of 3D design including drawing, proportion, texture and line as you sculpt a rough block of plaster into an elegant work of Art!  Price includes most supplies.  Taught by sculptor Abraham Mohler.
     No extra registration fee if you mention you learned about this through a homeschooling support group / network
     Contact 314.291.8878, email office@dayspringarts-ed.org , or visit www.dayspringarts-ed.org .

CHRISTIAN HOME EDUCATORS FELLOWSHIP (CHEF) CONFERENCE AND CURRICULUM FAIR
Monday-Wednesday, June 23-25, 2008.
St. Charles Convention Center, One Convention Center Plaza, St. Charles, MO
For more information, check http://www.chef-missouri.com

2008 LEGO ROBOTICS SUMMER CAMP
June 23-27, 2008
There will be a beginners class in the morning from 8:30 to 12:30, and an advanced class from 1-5 pm
Peace Lutheran Church, 5 Scenic Drive, Washington, MO
     This five day program is a chance for students ages 8-14 to participate in individual and small team design projects while fostering an understanding of the engineering design process.  Several engineering challenges are presented throughout the week.  Students will use LEGO bricks, the new NXT robot and ROBOLAB software.  The children will design, build, and program their robotics creations.  Each child is encouraged to work within his/her own abilities as they explore engineering and its underlying principles.  Snacks provided daily.  The beginner class will focus more on engineering and structure, while the advanced class will expand knowledge of the software and robot engineering.  The children will be working with a standard FIRST LEGO League playing field.
     The cost will be $200 per child on a first come basis.  Class sizes will be limited.  Accommodations (cost and content) can be made for children who need to take a full day of camp.  Please submit questions to Kathie Reuter, reuts@aol.com or 314-965-8432.

CARRILLON CONCERT June 24th Karel Keldermans of Springfield Illinois will perform
From 7 pm to 8 pm. 
At the Luther Tower, 801 Seminary Place, Clayton, Missouri
Concordia Seminary Hosts Carillon Recital Series - Free
For more information, call (314) 505-7374.
If you wish, bring picnics, lawn chairs or blankets.
Meet the guest artists at the base of Luther Tower after the concert.

AN EXCITING NEW WORKSHOP: WIRED JEWELRY, WIRED BOXES!
Wednesday & Thursday Mornings, June 25 & 26, 9 am to 12 noon
St. Louis Artists' Guild, 2 Oak Knoll Park Clayton, MO 63105
     Create an original painted jewelry piece and a companion decorative  box in a two-morning art event. Learn a host of fine craft techniques while assembling this many facetted, amazing project. Two uniquely talented, Best of Missouri Hands Juried Artists will guide you through an artistic adventure of watercolor, wire jewelry formation, giclee decoupage box embellishment with brass wire and bead sculpture.Apply what you know, Learn something new!
     Join Denise C. Smith and Linda J. Green/Metzler for this fun workshop packed with trade secrets and technical tips that will open new worlds of imaginative art expression.
     Price $150 includes materials of paints, porcelain, brass jewelry-grade wire. (A small, reusable tool kit will be needed. Available at  Michaels and other craft stores)
     Class limited to 15 students to insure individual attention. Age 16  to Adult Welcome
     For more information www.stlouisartistsguild.org or call Denise at 636-584-0442, E-mail: optimaxart@aol.com OR Linda at 314-469-3205, E-mail: lgmetzler@charter.net with Attention: Painters! Crafters! Jewelry Artists!

HOMSECHOOL SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT ARROW ROCK
Turn of the Century Farm Life
Thursday, June 26, 10:00-12:00.
Arrow Rock State Historic Site, Hwy. 41 and Hwy. TT, Arrow Rock, MO
     The Friends of Arrow Rock and the Arrow Rock State Historic Site invite Home School families to Arrow Rock for the 2008 “Summer School” Program focusing on Turn of the Century Farm Life.
     Utilizing the farm home and outbuildings of the 1903 Lawless family, we will portray aspects of farm life before the advent of the tractor. The program includes a tour of the farmhouse, a discussion on tools and techniques in the chicken house, some lively games of the time period and a “chore course”. Home School Day will be held rain or shine. Dress for indoor and outdoor activities.
     The program will be approximately two hours in length and will be $4.00 per child (kindergarten and older). One parent and preschool children may attend free. Additional adults may attend for the $4.00 fee.
     To Make Reservations: Registration must be done through the Arrow Rock State Historic Site, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 660-837-3330 or 1-800-334-6946 and ask to be transferred to Arrow Rock State Historic Site.
     Before You Call, Have the Following Information Ready:
* Total number of students, parents, and other adults
* Grade level or ages of students
* Parent’s name
* Address
* Phone number
* E-mail address
You will receive a confirmation letter and map after registration.
     Check-In Procedures on June 26: The 2008 Summer School Program will be approximately two hours in length and will include four stations. Check-in at the State Historic Site Visitor Center will be 9:00-9:45 a.m. Please have the total payment for your family
ready upon arrival. Checks may be made payable to Friends of Arrow Rock.
     An orientation film on Arrow Rock will be available for those arriving by 9:15. It may also be viewed in the afternoon following the program. There is no charge to go through the museum or view the film.
     At 9:45, you will travel by your own vehicle to the Lawless Site which is ¼ mile from the Visitor Center. Be sure to use the public restrooms at the Visitor Center; none are available at the Lawless House. Our volunteers will be at the Lawless House only from 10:00-12:00.
     A teacher or supervising adult must accompany all children throughout the program. Everyone should use “museum manners.” Please no gum, drinks, or food during the programs. The four stations may be toured in any order at your leisure between 10:00 and 12:00.
     For more information, contact Cindy Imhoff or Pam Parsons, Interpretive Resource Specialist and Education Director, at 660-837-3330 or 1-800-334-6946

A BEKA MOTEL MEETINGS
     Date: June 26, 2008
Time: 10 am - 12 pm and 2 - 4 pm
Holiday Inn South - Butler Hill
4234 Butler Hill Rd.
St. Louis , MO 63129
Directions: I-55, Exit 195 (Butler Hill Rd.)
     Date: June 27, 2008
Time: 10 am - 12 pm and 2 - 4 pm
Holiday Inn
4901 Six Flags Rd.
Eureka, MO 63025
Directions: I-44, Exit 261
     Here is a great opportunity for you to meet A Beka Book Representative Jeff Sullivan, view A Beka Book home school materials, and receive free shipping on your A Beka Book order for this year.
     Display times and locations are subject to change. To verify a display time or to find out about other home school materials displays, please visit our web site at http://www.abeka.com/10/materialsdisplay/ or call toll free 1-800-874-3597, ext. 10.

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