Mid-August 2008
Home Educators Alliance for Resources and Training of Texas, Inc.
MID-AUGUST 2008 ISSUE
Home School News and Events
Dear Home School Leaders and Friends,
We are excited to share with you some information about several events that may be of interest to home schoolers in the Greater Dallas/Fort Worth and surrounding North Texas region. Please feel free to pass along this newsletter to the homeschooling families in your network.
If you would like for us to help you spread the news about an event or activity that your group is doing, or if you know of an event or activity that would benefit other home schoolers, please drop us a line at info@HEARTofTex.org so we can include it in the next issue of our bi-weekly e-newsletter.
We also have a “featured articles” section. We hope that you will find the articles that we will include to be informative, encouraging, and full of wisdom. If you or anyone in your group would like to submit articles, or have suggestions for future article topics, please contact us at info@heartoftex.org.
We would love to hear from you!
www.HEARTofTex.org
Our deadlines are as follows:
the 12th of the month, for the mid-month issue;
the 27th of the month for the issue that goes out at the beginning of the following month.
Thanks so much!
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Home Educators Alliance for Resources and Training of Texas, Inc., (HEART of Texas) is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to serving the home schooling support groups, leaders and families in our regional service area. Our mission is to provide leadership, training, resources and support within the home school community through communications, networking activities, and events directed at home school support groups, leaders, and families in the Greater Dallas/Fort Worth and surrounding North Texas region.
This information is provided as a service to our fellow home schoolers. HEART of Texas does not necessarily endorse, warrant, or represent any of the activities, events, or organizations listed, or their content, views, opinions, or recommendations. Please use your own judgment when considering taking part in or attending any of these events or activities or visiting any of the websites or links provided. HEART of Texas assumes no responsibility for the content of any ads, promises made, or the quality/reliability of the products or services offered.
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~Highlights ~
AUGUST 1-31
DOLLAR DAYS AT THE DALLAS ARBORETUM
WEEKDAYS
Admision: $1 per person
Parking: $5
In an effort to address the concerns of prices at family venues, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is reducing all of its admission prices on weekdays in August to $1 per person, with admission returning to its normal pricing in September.
Regular price is $8 per adult, so this is an incredible savings and great opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a trip to the Dallas Arboretum!
For More Information: Click Here
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AUGUST 18 & 20
PRACTICES BEGIN FOR DALLAS THUNDER BASKETBALL
Time: Boys 12U,Boys 14U, and all Girls: Noon - 2pm
Boys 16U,& 18U: 2pm - 4pm
Location: Sportsplex
5204 Alpha Road
Dallas
For More Information: www.dallasthunder.org
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AUGUST 19 & 22
ARLINGTON ASSOCIATION HOME EDUCATORS
OPEN HOUSE (8/19) AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL (8/22)
AUGUST 19 -- Open House
Time: 7 pm
Location: Mayfield Road Baptist Church
Fellowship Hall
1701 E. Mayfield Rd.
Arlington, TX 76014
RSVP: Yvonne Behneman 972-642-5798
AUGUST 22 - Ice Cream Social
Time: 7 pm
Location: Cravens Park Pavillion
400 Cravens Park Dr.
Arlington, TX 76018
RSVP: Yvonne Behneman 972-642-5798
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AUGUST 19 & 26
EVERYONE'S A KID ON TUESDAYS AT FOSSIL RIM
Everyone can visit Fossil Rim for the cost of Children's Admission
on Tuesdays in August!
For More Information: www.fossilrim.org
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AUGUST 20
"MEET AND GREET MULES BILL AND PETE" AT
FARMSTEAD HERITAGE MUSEUM
Time: 4pm - 5pm
Location: Heritage Farmstead Museum
1900 West 15th St. in Plano
Details: The National Landmark Heritage Farmstead Museum will welcome the new arrivals to their livestock program. The addition of Belgian Mules, Bill and Pete will further enhance the many programs and events that are held at the museum annually. Fifty Plano children have been invited to meet the mules, enjoy rides in the mule pulled wagon and be treated to refreshments.
The general public may visit the museum Tuesday through Sunday between 9am and 4:30pm or attend the Fall Harvest Festival and Craft Fair on Saturday October 5th from 1:00pm to 5:00pm where wagon rides will be available to visitors attending the Festival.
For information: Contact acarroll@heritagefarmstead.org
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AUGUST 21
RICHARDSON HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
FALL KICK-OFF MEETING AND INFORMATION FAIR
Richardson Home School Association would like to let your group know about our upcoming Fall Kickoff Meeting and Information Fair. Please pass this information to the members of your homeschooling group. We will have all of our ministries (including RHSA Co-op) available to answer your questions. Please come meet the new RHSA Directors and see what we have to offer!
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Waterview Church of Christ
1409 N. Waterview Drive
Richardson (west side of Waterview, between Arapaho and Campbell)
Details: Please join us for a short all-member meeting followed by the RHSA ministry fair. Also, this meeting is open to guests. Feel free to invite your friends who aren’t members so they can learn what RHSA is all about.
In the meeting we will make a few introductions and announcements and have a brief overview of RHSA’s mission, current status and future plans.
In the ministry fair, the many ministries of RHSA will each have an information table set up to provide you opportunities to find about the ministries and their activities, get your questions answered, and find out how your family can get involved.
During and after the ministry fair, there will also be a time for fellowship, i.e. a time to catch up with old friends you haven’t seen for a while and to make new friends.
We will also have a membership sign-up table at the meeting, in case you haven’t yet joined RHSA for the 2008-9 school year.
We hope to see you there!
For More Information: Virginia Jenkins at newsletter@rhsa.org or 214-641-7925
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AUGUST 22
REGISTRATION DEALINE FOR HOMESCHOOL CLASSES AT
YMCA OF IRVING
The Deadline for signing up for the Irving YMCA's "Home School University" is Friday August 22nd.
These classes were designed especially for homeschoolers, with input from the homeschooling community.
Parents, please call in and reserve your child's spot in the classes you've chosen. Once we have achieved the minimum # of students in a particular class, we will call parents to come in and register.
Classes Offered:
Spanish, Art/Painting, Youth & Government, Science, Basketball, Drama, Volleyball, Y-Achievers, FIT Squad
For More Information: Contact Doug Fox at 214-460-6337 or dougf.irving@ymcadallas.org
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AUGUST 22-23
NORTH TEXAS HOME EDUCATORS NETWORK
CONFERENCE AND BOOKFAIR
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: Plano Centre
2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway
Plano, TX 75074
For More Information: www.nthen.org
Volunteers Needed:
Children's Conferences International is pleased to be serving at the North Texas Home Educator's Network Conference.
Our theme this year is the Sword and the Soap, teaching children how the Word of God is a powerful sword that directs our hearts to the cleansing blood of Jesus. Children will meet the wise King of Bath, his faithful servants Scrub and Squeaky, and his darling daughter Princess Gwendolin along with other characters in the Kingdom of Bath.
This year CCI introduces a brand new feature as well, professional ventriloquism!
Children will laugh and learn as they enjoy the hilarious antics of Dexter the Dragon.
The Sword and the Soap will also include exciting games, crafts, and an inflatable obstacle course!
CCI is also looking for volunteers to help with this event. If you or your young ladies and gentlemen enjoy ministering to children please consider joining us this year in Plano!
For more information about the children's program: Click Here
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AUGUST 27
SALT EDUCATIONAL CO-OP CLASSES
ORIENTATION AND REGISTRATION
DESOTO, TEXAS
Time: Orientation: 10am - Noon
Late Registration: 1pm - 3pm
Location: Faith Bible Church
1437 W. Pleasant Run Rd.
DeSoto, TX 75115
Details: We offer classes from Nursery - 12th grade on Mondays and/or Wednesdays. Our class choices range from extracurricular preschool to high school requirements.
To Register: We are offering online registration until August 22, 2008, simply go to our website and click on "Registration" to see our Monday Schedule and Wednesday Schedule and Class Catalog. If you would like to register please send an email requesting a username and password to saltcoop@sbcglobal.net. If you would like to come to orientation on Wed., Aug. 27 10-12 and then we are offering a late registration on Wed., Aug 27 1-3.
For More Information: saltcoop@sbcglobal.net
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AUGUST 28
READY TO ANSWER SPEECH AND DEBATE CLUB
REGISTRATION AND ORIENTATION MEETING
Located in Decatur, Texas, we compete with students all across the nation. Our goal is to facilitate the training of local home school students to analyze life issues and effectively communicate a Biblical worldview. We look forward to hearing from you and hope you enjoy your visit.
Location: JOY Christian Academy
1604 US287/1810 Decatur, TX
(the red building on the right at the 287/1810 junction near the dance studio)
For More Information: Contact Mitzi at 940-399-9057 http://www.rta.embarqspace.com/
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AUGUST
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR
HOME SCHOOL PE CLASSES AVAILABLE AT VELOCITY SPORTS
(Discount for HEART of Texas members)
REGISTER TODAY FOR FALL 2009
We are very excited to announce that the Velocity Sports Performance locations in Highland Park and Southlake have partnered with HEART of Texas to offer special discounts to homeschoolers!
The PE programs at Velocity Sports are taught by trained, degreed coaches who have coached college, professional, and Olympic level athletes.
Classes are one hour long, and focus on speed enhancement, strength, power, agility, core development, flexibility, and balance. Participants can expect increased muscle tone, a higher vertical jump, better running form, reduced likelihood of injury, increased confidence and increased endurance.
Their 16,300 square foot indoor facility is climate-controlled and features turf, track, hard court, and weight areas, as well as a viewing area for parents/guests.
For the Highland Park Location:
Call Mark Cox at 214-739-1122
www.velocitysp.com/highlandpark
For the Southlake Location:
Call Emily Hubbard at 817-416-0606
www.velocitysp.com/southlake
Please Note: Each Velocity Sports location is independently owned and operated, and offer different pricing and discount rates for their classes. Please contact the location directly for more information.
Discount: HEART of Texas Members receive a discount on classes!
See http://www.heartoftex.org/partners/partners.html for more details.
To learn more about HEART of Texas membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/membership/membership.html
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~~What's Inside This Issue ~~
(Click on the links below)
FEATURED ARTICLES
NEST Family Learning Offering Discount and Free Shipping to Our Readers
How Soon Should My Child Start Preparing for the SAT? – by Jean Burk
Meals on Wheels of Tarrant County Seeks Homeschool Volunteers – by Julie Donovan and Pam Bagby
Visit the Christian Home Educators Resource Center at Their New Location in Rowlett
Special Ticket Pricing for Homeschoolers: The Nutcracker Ballet at Bass Hall
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
LIBRARY PROGRAMS
1. Library Programs at North Texas Libraries -- North Texas
Other Libraries are Welcome to Include Their Events – contact info@heartoftex.org
Bedford Public Library
Fort Worth Public Library
Hurst Public Library
McKinney Memorial Public Library
Tyler Public Library
READING REWARD PROGRAMS
2. Book It! Reading Program -- Enrollment Open
3. Braums Book Buddy Reading Program -- Enrollment Open
CONTESTS/COMPETITIVE EVENTS
4. BEST Robotics 2008 Preview: Just Plane Crazy! -- Texas Best
5. Texas State Fish-Art Contests -- Entries Due March 31, 2009
6. National Engineers Week -- Future City Competition
CIVICS/GOOD CITIZENSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
7. City of Fort Worth Youth Advisory Board -- Fort Worth
8. City of North Richland Hills Teen Court -- North Richland Hills
9. Texas Home School Coalition Good Citizenship Award Program -- State-wide
CONGRESSIONAL OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
10. Certificates of Special Congressional Recognition for Graduating Seniors
11. National Congressional Art Competition -- Districts 3, 4, 5, 12, 24, 26, 30
HOME SCHOOL ENRICHMENT CLASSES
12. THEO Home School Classes -- Plano
13. Christian Cottage Prep -- Fort Worth
14. Christian Educators Resource Center -- Rowlett
15. Cooke County Cotillion for Home Schooled Teens -- Gainesville
16. Creative Arts in Action --- Watauga
17. Faith Christian Academy -- McKinney
18. Fabulous Fridays -- Little Elm
19. Home Educators Resource -- Lewisville
20. Homeschoolers East Co-Op Classes -- East Dallas
21. Homeschool Heritage Domus Schola -- Keller
22. Legacy Home School Enrichment Program at First Baptist Euless -- Euless
23. Homeschool Theater Classes at PFAmily Arts --- Plano
24. Tarrant County College -- High School Math Classes
25. Venture Home School Classes -- Colleyville
26. YMCA/Irving Home School Classes -- Irving
BOOK SALES & HOME SCHOOL BOOK STORES
27. Library Used Book Sales in North Texas
Dallas – September 6
The Colony – September 6
Wichita Falls – September 6
Sanger – September 13
Arlington – September 17-21 (Big Sale)
Ennis – September 18-20
Wylie – September 20
28. Christian Educators Resource Center -- Rowlett
29. Creative Arts in Action -- Watauga
30. Home Educators Resource -- Lewisville
NATURE CENTERS & OUTDOOR PROGRAMS/CAMPS
31. Dallas Arboretum – Dallas
32. Day Camps at Camp Tonkawa
Attn: Boy Scout Troops
33. Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge Programs
34. Fossil Rim
Fossil Dig Class & Tour -- September 8
35. Heard Museum Homeschool Classes – McKinney
36. Heritage Farmstead Museum -- Plano
37. Sharkarosa Open-to-the-Public Days
38. Texas Discovery Gardens
39. Texas Parks and Wildlife Programs -- State Parks in North Texas
PERFORMING ARTS
40. Performances at Casa Manana Children’s Playhouse --Fort Worth
Sleeping Beauty -- September 26 - October 12
41. Performances at CATS -- Arlington
Cinderella – October 3-12
42. Cottage Theater – Creative Arts in Action -- Watauga
43. Theater Performances at Artisan Center Theater -- Hurst
Peter Pan – August 15 - September 13
Beauty and the Beach (Children's Peformance) - August 16 - Sept 13
44. Performances at Bass Performance Hall -- Fort Worth
45. Dallas Children’s Theater -- Dallas
Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse - September 19 - October 26
46. Plano Children’s Theater -- Plano
Broadway Song & Dance – August 8-16
47. Texas Ballet Theater Performances
48. Home School Discount Tickets to Dallas Theater Performances
ART MUSEUMS
49. Amon Carter Museum Exhibits – Fort Worth
50. Dallas Museum of Art Exhibit -- Dallas
51. Kimball Art Museum Exhibit -- Fort Worth
52. Museum of Nature & Science -- Dallas
53. Museum of Science & History -- Fort Worth
54. Nasher Sculpture Center -- Dallas
IMAX/OMNI THEATERS
55. Shows at the Dallas Imax Theatre -- Museum of Science and Nature
56. Shows at the Fort Worth Omni Theater -- Ft. Worth Museum of Science & History
HISTORICAL PROGRAMS
57. Programs at Log Cabin Village -- Fort Worth
58. Dallas Heritage Village -- Dallas
SCIENCE EVENTS/ACTIVITIES
59. Star Parties at Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
HOME SCHOOL SPORTS/PE PROGRAMS
60. Homeschool Swim -- The Colony Aquatic Park
61. Dallas Thunder Homeschool Basketball Organization -- Registration Open
62. Elite Track Club/Cross Country Program for Home Schoolers
63. Home School Athletic Association
64. THESA Riders Home School Sports Association
65. Hulcy Home School PE Classes -- Richardson
66. Home School PE Classes -- Velocity Sports in Highland Park
67. Home School PE Classes -- Velocity Sports in Southlake
68. Home School Fencing Classes -- Fencing Institute of Texas -- Farmers Branch
69. Pop-In Playtime -- Pump It Up of Grapevine -- Grapevine
70. Tae Kwondo for Home Schoolers -- Plano
SUPPORT GROUP ANNOUNCEMENTS
71. Smoothing the Way Meetings in North Texas
72. Arlington Association Home Educators (AAHE) -- Arlington
73. Keller 4H Club Meetings -- Keller
74. North Irving Christian Home Educators -- Irving
75. Park Day Drama Club -- Plano
76. Ready to Answer Speech and Debate -- Decatur
77. SALT Co-Op -- DeSoto
COLLEGE PREP
78. SAT Test Dates
79. SAT Prep Classes with Jean Burk -- Across North Texas
Grapevine - October 3 & 4
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
80. Volunteer Opportunities Available for Home School Students in 21 Counties -- American Cancer Society
81. Learn to Laugh in Another Language: Be a Host Family for a Foreign-Exchange Student -- INTO EdVENTURES
82. Homeschool Volunteers Needed to Deliver Hot Meals -- Meals On Wheels, Inc. of Tarrant County
83. Volunteers Needed to Serve Meals at The Stewpot -- Dallas -- The Stewpot
OTHER EVENTS BY DATE
84. Great Opportunities for Students at Pump It Up of Grapevine
85. Advanced Placement, Pre-Advanced Placement English & CLEP Classes
86. Tutoring/Group Lessons Available in Various Subject Areas
87. Private Piano and Flute Lessons -- Northeast Dallas
88. Younger Generation Chorus of Plano Auditions -- Plano -- August 23 & 26
89. Registration Open for Homeschool Choir & Band Classes -- www.singandplay.com
90. THESA Riders Girls Basketball Tryouts -- Fort Worth -- Sept 18 & 15
91. Irving Homeschooler's 2nd Annual Homeschool Fair -- Irving -- Sept 27
92. Kids and Critters at State Fair of Texas -- Dallas County Only -- Sept 30-Oct 17
93. Homeschool Day at the Fort Worth Zoo -- Fort Worth -- October 2
94. Heritage Farmstead Museum Presents: Annual Harvest Festival and Craft Fair -- Plano -- Oct 5
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FEATURED ARTICLE
NEST Family Learning Offering Discount and Free Shipping to Our Readers
NEST Family Learning has partnered with HEART of Texas to offer a special discount to readers of our newsletter!
For a limited time, you can enjoy a 15% discount on materials plus FREE shipping on orders of $49 or more.
In addition, with any order you are automatically entered to win a $100 gift certificate that can be applied toward anything in their store: curriculum, videos, or even their selection of arts and crafts supplies.
Simply visit
http://www.nestlearning.com/c-5-homeschool.aspx?s_cid=heart&affiliateid=10059 to start shopping and begin enjoying your savings today! Use coupon code "HEART" when placing your order.
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FEATURED ARTICLE
How Soon Should My Child Start Preparing for the SAT?
-- by Jean Burk
I personally believe ALL 9th graders should learn how to take the PSAT/NMSQT and SAT. (The longer a student waits, the less time they have to improve.) Scoring high on these tests can not only result in getting into the college of their choice, but also can bring incredible scholarships. Most students wait until they are a junior or senior to start thinking about preparing for these tests. BIG Mistake!
The key to doing well on these tests is to learn the recurring patterns, hidden strategies and the test-taking techniques on how to conquer each question type. After learning these, then PRACTICING is the key. Students who make these tests a priority long before they count will have better success because they are able to pick out the patterns quicker and therefore answer the questions in a timelier manner. (Most students do not finish all the questions in each section.)
By learning the keys of the PSAT/NMSQT and SAT as early as ninth grade, students will have time to spend up to a couple of hours a week learning to find the recurring patterns on the test identifying weaknesses; this will make taking the test old hat when it really counts. They can also avoid cramming at the last minute using this information and lessen text anxiety because they can know and understand the tests.
Because we started researching how to do well on the PSAT when my son was in 9th grade, he became a National Merit Scholar and we literally threw away seven trash bags full of college offers. (full-tuition, room and board, graduate money, study-abroad stipends, etc.)These offers came from numerous colleges. Ouachita Baptist, with a tuition of $80,000, is where my son and daughter chose to attend. There is no way we could have ever afforded that kind of college money.
Jean Burk is the author of College Prep Genius and has written numerous articles about the SAT and PSAT/NMSQT. She has been featured as an SAT expert on Good Day Dallas (Fox 4) and KXAS (NBC 5). She currently travels and speaks about the importance of college preparation, how to get free college and teaches her “Master the SAT” Prep Class all over Texas. Both her children received incredible scholarships because of their PSAT and SAT scores. Her teaching DVD was released in the summer of 2008. The first edition of her brand new VocabCafé Book Series, “The Summer of Saint Nick” is now out. These books are intended to help teenagers and younger children increase their knowledge of SAT-level vocabulary words. College Prep Genius is a HEART of Texas partner, and offers HEART of Texas members discounts on their materials. For more information, visit www.collegeprepgenius.com
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Meals on Wheels of Tarrant County Seeks Homeschool Volunteers
– by Julie Donovan and Pam Bagby
Meals on Wheels,, Inc. of Tarrant County is a community based agency that provides meals to the homebound in Tarrant County. Delivering meals is a great service learning opportunity, and we welcome students, along with adults, to be involved in the meal delivery. Our clients depend on volunteers to deliver hot, nutritious meals along with care and compassion.
Weekly volunteers select on weekday to drive at the lunch hour. Meals are picked up from local neighborhood sites and delivered to homes within close proximity. Delivery typically takes about one hour after meal pick up. Meals On Wheels, Inc. needs your help in order to continue this much-needed service to the homebound residents in your neighborhood.
Several home school families currently volunteer for our program.
If you need additional information or a speaker for a presentation, please contact us. Together, we can make Tarrant County a caring place to grow old.
Here are some details about the program.
1. Meals On Wheels provides training, an established route, and hot, nutritious meals to deliver.
2. You volunteer your time and the use of your car.
3. One lunch hour a week, you pick up your meals at a distribution site near your home and make deliveries to clients.
4. Sixty minutes later, you're feeling great that several Tarrant County neighbros received a hot meal . . . often the only one they'll have that day. Time invested with Meals On Wheels helps improve the quality of life in Tarrant County and pays big dividends. Like those who currently serve as drivers, you'll get a personal lift from being part of a team that makes a real difference in our community.
From a Homeschool Mom's Perspective - by Trudi L.
Benson (age 10) and I started delivering meals when he was two years old. It's been a very rewarding experience. We both have learned so much and met some really nice people along the way. I incorporate our volunteer activities into our daily lessons.
Math: We count the number of clients, meals, and milks on a route sheet; use a lot of addition and subtraction.
Reading and Spelling: Letters and words are everywhere on a route sheet.
Science and Health: We've learned about diabetes and good nutrition. We also talk about different disabilities.
Social Studies/Geography: We interact with people from different socioeconomic groups. as we deliver meals, we discuss surrounding terrain, lakes, rivers, and teh weather. Map reading skills are also developed.
Community Service: By providing hot, nutritious meals, we help a lot of people in our community.
Contact Meals on Wheels, Inc. of Tarrant County to schedule a tour of the central kitchen and learn more about this essential community program.
Julie Donovan and Pam Bagby are Coordinators of Volunteer Recruitment for Meals On Wheels, Inc. of
Tarrant County. They are available to give presentations to your group and can be contacted at 817-336-0912.
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FEATURED ARTICLE
Visit the Christian Home Educators Resource Center at Their New Location in Rowlett
The Christian Home Educators Resource Center has moved to a new location in Rowlett. They are now
located at 4501 Rowlett Road, Suite 105 in Rowlett, Texas, 75088. Their phone number has not changed, so they can still be reached at 972-457-4138.
CERC is in partnership with HEART of Texas, and offers our members discounts on various materials. To learn more about their discounts, or to learn about our other partners, visit http://www.heartoftex.org/partners/partners.html
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Special Ticket Pricing for Homeschoolers: The Nutcracker Ballet at Bass Hall
Enjoy the Nutcracker Ballet this Christmas, and save on the best seats!
HEART of Texas and PEACH (Plano Educators Association of Christan Homeschoolers) have partnered together with Bass Hall to offer a special discount rate for Nutcracker Ballet tickets.
The Bass Hall is offering us their best available seats at the time we turn in our registrations. That means we need to get the word out right away! The sooner we get our registration and payments turned in, the better the seats!
DECEMBER 12 -- Special Homeschool Night at the Nutcracker Ballet
Time: 8pm
Cost: $20/seat (best available seats at the time we register)
Contact: Tracy Walton at 972-881-5221 or tracy1476@verizon.net
To Register: Include the following on a 3x5 index card:
• Name
• Address
• Phone
• Number of people attending from your group or family
• Amount enclosed (# attending x $20)
• Homeschool group name (if registering as a group)
Registration Deadline: October 19
Send information, payment, and a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to: Tracy Walton, 1476 St. Patrick Drive, Plano, TX 75074
You will receive a confirmation notice via email from HEART of Texas when payment is received. If you don't receive your confirmation with a few days of mailing your registration, contact Tracy at the number above.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
1. LIBRARY PROGRAMS AT NORTH TEXAS LIBRARIES
Summer Reading Programs, Clubs, Story Times, Events, Activities, and more! Libraries in North Texas are gearing up for an action-packed, fun-filled summer that will inspire a love of reading!
To find out what programs your local libraries have going on, visit the website below. It includes links to public libraries all over Texas, so you and your kids can get in on the adventure of reading.
http://www.publiclibraries.com/texas.htm
BEDFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
Location: 1805 L. Don Dodson Drive
Bedford, TX 76021
817-952-2342
Contact: Jeannie Green
TUESDAYS -- Sprouts Story Time
(for the more active child)
Time: 10 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
Bonnie Finn Room
TUESDAYS -- Story Book Club
(for the child who is ready to be a sitter and llstener)
Time: 11 am. – 11:25 a.m.
Bonnie Finn Room
THURSDAYS -- Peapods Story Time
(for babies 2 years and under and their caregiver.)
Bonnie Finn Room
Registration is required for this program.
For More Information: Contact Kids Help Desk at 817-952-2373
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FORT WORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
CENTRAL LIBRARY BRANCH
Location: 500 W. 3rd St
817-871-7701
DIAMOND HILL/JARVIS
Location: NE 35th Street
817-624-7331
EAST BERRY LIBRARY
Location: 4300 E. Berry St.
817-536-1945
EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY
Location: 6301 Bridge St.
817-871-6436
MEADOWBROOK LIBRARY
Location: 2800 Stark St.
817-451-0916
NORTHSIDE LIBRARY
Location: 601 Park Street
817-626-8241
RIDGLEA LIBRARY
Location: 3628 Bernie Anderson Drive
817-737-6619
RIVERSIDE LIBRARY:
Location: 2913 Yucca Avenue
817-838-6931
SHAMBLEE LIBRARY
Location: 959 East Rosedale St.
817-871-6621
SOUTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY
Location: 4001 Library Ln.
817-782-9853
SUMMERGLEN LIBRARY
Location: 4205 Basswood Blvd.
817-232-0478
WEDGWOOD LIBRARY
Location: 3816 Kimberly Ln.
817-292-3368
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HURST PUBLIC LIBRARY
Location: 901 Precinct Line Road
Hurst, TX 76053
817-788-7300
Contact: rreynaro@ci.hurst.us
TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS -- Story Time
Time: 10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
Ages: 3-6 years old
MONDAYS & THURSDAYS -- Toddler Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Ages: 1-3 years old
ON EXHIBIT:
FOYER DISPLAY:
GALLERY WALL:
HISTORICAL GALLERY:
To put your collection on exhibit at the Hurst Library: Contact the Information Specialist to fill out a form with your contact information and a description of your collection. To be considered, personal collections must meet the Library display criteria.
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McKINNEY MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
Location: 101 E. Hunt Street
McKinney, TX 75069
972-547-READ
Contact: Wendy Turner – wturner@mckinneytexas.org
Program Calender: Click Here
For More Information: Contact Wendy Turner at 972-547-7319 or wturner@mckinneytexas.org
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TYLER PUBLIC LIBRARY
(all events are free and open to the public)
Location: 201 S. College Ave
One block southwest of the square in downtown Tyler
Contact: Evelyn James – 903-593-7323 – programs@tylertexas.com
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Preschoolers DayCare StoryShare
MONDAYS & TUESDAYS
Time: 10:30 a.m. in the Storyroom
Friends share stories, songs, and books with childcare groups.
Please email or call to register
ReadAloud Crowd
WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS
Time: 10:30 in the Storyroom
Storyteller Evelyn James and friends share songs, stories, and simple crafts with preschoolers and their families
AfterSchool Rules!
THURSDAYS
Time: 3:30 – 5:00 in Taylor Auditorium
A reading incentive program for children in grades K-5
Reading games and activities PLUS! One on one reading time with middle and high school “reading buddies”
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2. BOOK IT! READING PROGRAM
ENROLL TODAY FOR 2008-2009 PROGRAM
(individual families only may enroll)
Who Can Participate: Children in grades K-6.
The Book It! Reading Program is sponsored by Pizza Hut and runs from October 2008 through March 2009. It is available for children in grades kindergarten through sixth grade.
The reading program allows the children to earn free personal pan pizzas for meeting their reading goals.
Important Note: This year, the Book It! Program is changing its enrollment procedures for home schoolers. Support groups will no longer be able to register families for the program. Each family will need to enroll individually to be able to participate.
For Program Information: http://www.bookitprogram.com/enrollment/k6enroll.asp
To Enroll Your Homeschool: http://www.bookitprogram.com/enrollment/pub_priv_enroll.asp
Book It! Hotline: 1-800-426-6548
Hotline hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 p.m. CT (Monday through Friday)
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3. BRAUMS BOOK BUDDY PROGRAM
NOW ENROLLING FOR 2008-2009
The Braum's Book Buddy program gives children the opportunity to read for delicious prizes from Braum's!
Who Can Participate: Children in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades.
Program Runs: September through end of school year.
Reward: Each child can earn up to six Braum's treats throughout the year including Single Dip Sundaes, Single Dip Ice Cream Cones and more! The best part...it costs nothing to participate in Braum's Book Buddy reading program. We're happy to offer this program to elementary schools and home schools absolutely free! At Braum's, we want to promote a positive attitude in children for a lifetime love of reading.
How does Book Buddy work?
Teachers distribute Braum's Book Buddy booklets to their students and then monitor book reading by placing a Book Buddy sticker in the student's booklet for each book read. When a student has read six books, the teacher rewards the student with a coupon for a free treat from Braum's!
To Enroll:
Send us a written request for enrollment information on school letterhead to:
Braum's Book Buddy Reading Program
PO Box 25429
OKC, OK 73125
Upon receipt of your written request (and upon meeting criteria) we will add your school to our mailing list and your school will automatically receive information on the program each year. Braum's Book Buddy program is a great way to encourage children to read and earn prizes at the same time!
For More Information:
www.braums.com/bookbuddy.asp
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4. BEST ROBOTICS 2008 PREVIEW: JUST PLANE CRAZY!
BEST is a non-profit, volunteer organization whose mission is to inspire students to pursue careers in engineering, science, and technology through participation in a sports-like, science- and engineering-based robotics competition.
Get the first look at the theme for next year's competition!
Visit: http://www.bestinc.org/MVC/
YES Program Information
Igus® Inc. offers free products through the Y.E.S. (Young Engineers Support) Program, designed to foster the mechanical design ideas and inventions of students who have a passion for engineering. The program aims to not only support students and engineers, but also educate them on the merits and benefits of plastic components. The program offers donations to students and engineering competitions across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The benefits of the Y.E.S. Program are boundless for both igus and
young engineers.
To get an extra copy of the 2008 Product Data Guide included in your igus kit?
Download it here: www.igus.com/yesprogram/
ATTENTION FIRST TEAMS!
Due to the excited, enthusiastic, yet overwhelming number of requests from FIRST teams this season, igus must alter its policy regarding its product donation to teams. As of February 1, 2008, igus will only be able to donate products included in the original kit of FIRST parts to teams.
Student Sample Request Form
If you are a student or individual involved with an engineering project or robotics competition who would like request products, please fill out the Student Sample Request Form located at
www.igus.com/yesprogram/student_request.asp
Please note that the Y.E.S. Program is not limited to students, but also welcomes requests from all individuals or organizations competing in robotic and autonomous vehicle competitions.
Curriculum Product Request Form
If you are a teacher, professor or advisor and would like to request products and information to incoroporate into your curriculum or would like an in-class presentation from a cable carrier or bearings expert, please fill out the Curriculum Product Request Form located at
www.igus.com/yesprogram/curriculum_request.asp
For more information on the Y.E.S. Program:
Please contact Courtney Toomey, Y.E.S. Program Administrator at (800) 521-2747 ext. 146
or via e-mail at ctoomey@igus.com
or visiting www.igus.com/yesprogram
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5. TEXAS STATE FISH-ART CONTEST
ENTRIES DUE MARCH 31, 2009 (ongoing annual contest)
The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center is the official host for the Texas State-Fish Art Contest sponsored by Wildlife Forever. All Texas entries in the annual contest are to be sent to TFFC for judging. Winning Texas entries will be forwarded to Wildlife Forever to compete for national best of show and art of conservation stamp honors.
Who Can Participate: All Texas students in grades 4 through 12.
Categories: State-Fish Art Contest entries are judged in three categories: grades 4-6, grades 7-9 and grades 10-12. One Texas winner from each category is selected each year.
Winners are invited to attend the national awards ceremony at Minnesota's Mall of America each summer. Winning designs will be featured on the official State-Fish Art website. One piece of artwork in each grade category will be selected as the national best of show winner, and one entry will be chosen as the annual art of conservation stamp award and be featured on Wildlife Forever's conservation stamp for the coming year. Entries must be postmarked by March 31 each year and must comply with all rules and regulations. An official entry form must accompany all entries.
How to Enter: Students must create an illustration of the Texas state fish or one of the other state fishes and write a composition on its behavior, habitat and conservation. Texas students are encouraged, but not required, to depict the Texas state fish, the Guadalupe bass. Texas entries are judged only against other Texas entries no matter what fish is depicted.
About the Contest: The State-Fish Art Contest is part of a conservation education program designed to spark the imaginations of students while providing valuable lessons about fish and the importance of conserving Texas' aquatic resources. We also offer you the choice to use our free lesson plan.
For Rules:
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/tffc/education/fish_art/rules.phtml
For More Information: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/tffc/education/fish_art/
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6. NORTH TEXAS REGIONAL NATIONAL ENGINEERS WEEK FUTURE CITY COMPETITION FOR 7-8TH GRADERS
This program gives middle school students a fun way to tackle real-world problems while building their math, science and technology skills.
Ages: Teams of seventh and eighth grade students, with the guidance of a teacher and an engineer, design a city using SimCity software.
Cost: Cost is minimal and we provide the software.
The winning team gets a trip to Washington, DC to compete in the national finals.
Details: Last year was the seventh year DFW hosted a regional competition. More than 600 students participated. Dozens of engineers have already signed up to support the 2007-08 competition. We need your help to notify middle school teachers of this exciting, worthwhile opportunity, which is aligned to national educational technology standards.
For More Information: Contact Jean Eason at j.eason@ieee.org
or visit www.dfwfuturecity.org
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7. CITY OF FORT WORTH YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD
In recent years, there has been a growing trend to involve youth in local government. The Fort Worth City Council believes that the voices of young people are important. To facilitate that, the Council has approved a new Youth Advisory Board for the City of Fort Worth. The Youth Advisory Board will advise the City Council on issues regarding the youth in the City of Fort Worth. A brief summary of the Youth Advisory Board follows.
Who May Apply: High school age students who are between the ages of 14-18 and who reside in Fort Worth may submit an application for consideration for appointment to the advisory board.
Purpose:
The Youth Advisory Board shall:
• act in an advisory capacity to the Fort Worth City Council;
• study youth issues important to the community;
• encourage youth to become actively involved in matters pertaining to the community; and,
• act as a source of information and education on issues important to youth.
Members:
The Youth Advisory Board shall be composed of 27 members who will meet bi-monthly.
Activities:
To be determined by the Youth Advisory Board, following the direction of City Council.
Contact For More Information: Carol Everhart at carol.everhart@fortworthgov.org
Community Relations Department, School and Youth Outreach
1000 Throckmorton, Fort Worth, TX 76102
817.392.8444 817.392.7529 (fax)
For an application: http://www.heartoftex.org/downloads/downloads.html
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8. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS TEEN COURT
Teen Court benefits both youth and community by providing an alternative method of adjudicating juvenile offenders and allowing teen volunteers to learn about the judicial system, while documenting Community Service hours.
Who Can Volunteer: Full time students ages 13-18 who are in PUBLIC, PRIVATE OR HOME SCHOOLS.
Volunteers may serve as jurors for our Teen Court sessions, or once trained, can act as a defense attorney or prosecutor in our Teen Court trials.
Teen Defendants are held responsible for their behavior while giving them the opportunity to participate in and become knowledgeable about the judicial system. Juvenile Offenders "pay" for their offense(s) by performing community service and participating in Teen Court. Volunteer teen attorneys present offender's cases to a jury of their peers.
Upon successful completion of the program, offender's cases are dismissed and do not appear on their permanent records. Teen Court alleviates the strain on the regular court system, besides giving juvenile offenders a second chance. The program also provides youths in the area a chance to participate in the judicial process.
Location: North Richland Hills Teen Court
6720 N.E. Loop 820
North Richland Hills, Tx 76180 817-427-6705
To Volunteer: Contact Heather Hollingsworth at hhollingsworth@nrhtx.com
For More Information: http://www.nrhtx.com/dept_courts_teen.aspx
You may also come to Teen Court on any night Teen Court is in session to observe, prior to signing up to be a volunteer.
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9. TEXAS HOME SCHOOL COALITION GOOD CITIZENSHIP AWARD PROGRAM
Do you ever scratch your head when thinking about how to fulfill the requirement of a "study of good citizenship"? THSC offers a Good Citizenship Program, which rewards students for their participation in the political process and helps them fulfill that requirement.
Certificates are printed, upon request, for students who have volunteered at least forty hours in Voter Registration, Political Party Process, Campaign Process, and Legislative Process, in any combination.
Each year the program culminates with rewards presented at the annual THSC Awards Banquet. The volunteer hours may be tracked on a form that can be downloaded and printed as often as needed. Students will be granted eight hours for each Capitol Day attended.
Please note that, while certificates will be issued upon request at any time, the awards will be given based on hours worked between April 1, 2008, and April 1, 2009. The forms must be postmarked or e-mailed no later than April 1 if students are to be considered for awards.
What is a course in good citizenship: For a detailed description, please visit: http://www.thsc.org/good_citizen/good_citizenship_program.asp
The Good Citizenship Certificates and Awards
THSC has instituted an ongoing program to recognize home school students who participate in good citizenship activities with its Good Citizenship Certificate. This certificate will be awarded to each student who participates with at least forty (40) hours of volunteer work in any combination from the following areas: Voter Registration, Political Party Process, Campaign Process, and Legislative Process.
Home school students may be awarded THSC Good Citizenship Certificates at any time following the completion of 40 hours of good citizenship work.
Any home schooled student who earns a Good Citizenship Certificate is automatically entered into the competition for THSC’s Good Citizenship Awards. The following awards recognize the Texas students with the most volunteer hours (highest number of voters registered for the Alamo Award) in each category and are presented at the annual THSC Awards Banquet.
Alamo Award
New voters can be registered most easily when an adult becomes a deputy voter registrar. The parent or support group member can then work with home school students as a deputy voter registrar to take voter registration cards to people who fill them in and give them to the deputy voter registrar. These completed cards will then be delivered by the deputy voter registrar to the voter registrar of the county. Home school students can use meetings of support groups, church meetings, and other gathering to register new voters. Deputy voter registrars will be responsible for documenting the number of hours completed by home school students in this area for credit toward the THSC Good Citizenship Certificate. In addition, THSC will award the Alamo Good Citizenship Award to the student who registers the most new voters in Texas for each year.
Ranger Award
Credit for the certificate may also be earned by volunteer work in the campaign of candidates for public office. Any local, state, or federal campaign qualifies for this effort. Campaign officials are responsible for documenting the number of hours completed by home school students in this area for credit toward the THSC Good Citizenship Certificate. In addition, THSC will award the Ranger Good Citizenship Award to the student with the most hours of volunteer work in political campaigns.
Lone Star Award
Home school students may earn credit for good citizenship in the political party process by volunteering to help at precinct, county/senatorial, or state conventions or other political party functions of their chosen political party. Political party officers are responsible for documenting the number of hours completed by home school students in this area for credit toward the THSC Good Citizenship Certificate. In addition, THSC will award the Lone Star Good Citizenship Award to the home school student with the most hours in the category of the political party process in Texas.
Republic Award
Finally, credit for this certificate may also be earned by students who are involved in the legislative process at any local, state, or federal level. Time spent in working for or against any particular issue qualifies. Parents or leaders of any group working on such issues are responsible for documenting the number of hours completed by home school students in this area for credit toward the THSC Good Citizenship Certificate. In addition, THSC will award the Republic Good Citizenship Award to the home school student with the most hours each year in the category of the legislative process.
The THSC Good Citizenship Certificates will be mailed to students upon receipt of verification from the officials documenting the hours. The Alamo, Ranger, Lone Star & Republic Awards will be given to winners at the THSC Awards Banquet held each year.
To View a Sample Certificate: http://www.thsc.org/good_citizen/good_citizenship_certificate.asp
To Download the Good Citizenship Registration and Tracking Form: http://www.thsc.org/good_citizen/good_citizenship.asp
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10. CERTIFICATES OF SPECIAL CONGRESSIONAL RECOGNITION
District 24
Congressman Kenny Marchant, U.S. House of Representative, would like to give each graduating senior, who resides in the 24th District of Texas, a certificate of Special Congressional Recognition.
The certificates will be printed with the name of the senior and will be signed by the Congressman.
The completed certificates will then be mailed directly to the senior’s home address.
If interested, please send the name of the graduating high school senior, the date of graduation and the senior’s home address to:
tammi.bartlett@mail.house.gov or call Congressman Marchant’s office at 972.556.0162.
Address:
Congressman Kenny Marchant
9901 E. Valley Ranch Parkway, Ste. 3035
Irving, Texas 75063
To find out if your Congressman has a similar program, please contact your representative:
To Locate Your Representatives:
www.fyi.legis.state.tx.us/
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11. ANNUAL CONGRESSIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ART COMPETITION
The 2008 competition is over, but will be held again in Spring 2009.
"An Artistic Discovery" is the annual nationwide Congressional High School Art Competition initiated by Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. Each Congressional District may host its own competition, and since the competition was first launched in 1982, hundreds of thousands of students have participated in over 5000 locally conducted contests.
This spring, several North Texas Congressional offices will hold contests. The winning student from each district will have his or her artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol complex for one year! In addition, the winners and their two guests are invited to the nation's capital in the summer to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony honoring the winning artists from across the country and opening the 2008 "An Artistic Discovery" exhibition. Thousands of people visiting the nation's capitol, as well as Members of Congress and their staffs, are able to walk through the exhibit daily, viewing artwork from Congressional districts throughout the country—each piece highlighted with the name of the work and student artist.
Interested students and teachers should contact their congressional office ASAP for more information.
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12. THEO IN PLANO OFFERING CLASSES FOR HOMESCHOOLERS
CLASSES OFFERED at THEO
FALL 2008 CLASSES
Register for the Fall!!
Classes offered in the following subject areas:
Math
Science
Music
Art
Business/Computer
Languages
Writing/Grammar/Literature
History/World Views
Drama
Sewing
Drafting
Yearbook
Speed Reading
Public Speaking
Location: 1301 Custer Road, Suite 703
Plano, TX 75075
For More Information: www.THEOsonline.org
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13. CHRISTIAN COTTAGE PREP
Christian Cottage Prep is taking applications for the 2008/2009 Academic Year!
CCP is a unique educational experience. The all-girl classes for grades 6th-8th focus on learning style differences and how to achieve maximum goals academically. There are multi age and grade groups of young ladies in combined classes to achieve higher learning towards grade level and beyond.
The program for 2008-2009 will allow up to three part time students (3 or 4 day “in class” days per week) and three or more full time students (5 days per week) in each classroom. The maximum is six students per room in order to give individual attention to each student. Students are all middle school grades 6th, 7th, and 8th.
CCP welcomes students that have had difficulty with academics (one or more subjects), want to raise their Stanford Achievement test scores to a higher level, or for the student that has “not fit in” due to unique circumstances in a traditional setting. Each student is tested in math and English for proper level placement
Location: 5601 Bridge Street, Suite 335
Fort Worth, TX 76112
Contact: 817-975-6209 or teriwillis5309@sbcglobal.net
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14. CHRISTIAN EDUCATORS RECOURCE CENTER IN ROWLETT
We've moved! Come see our new location in Rowlett!!
We are so excited to share God's blessing with you!
Our new location is:
4501 Rowlett Road, Suite 105
Rowlett, TX 75088
CLASSES AND ACHIEVEMENT TESTING AVAILABLE
Achievement Testing
The Christian Educators Resource Center (CERC) offers monthly standardized achievement testing. Please contact the store for more details.
Discount: CERC is offering HEART of Texas members a 15% discount on any in-stock items. You must present your valid HEART of Texas Family I.D. card to qualify for the discount.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: www.heartoftex.org/membership/membership.html
Location: Christian Educators Resource Center
4501 Rowlett Rd., Suite 105
Rowlett, TX 75088
Contact: 972-475-4138
www.cerconline.org
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15. COOKE COUNTY COTILLION FOR HOME SCHOOLED TEENS!
Our mission is to provide our homeschooled teens an opportunity to learn etiquette, semi-formal dining etiquette, and ballroom dancing skills in a Christian environment. We meet 8 times per season with our last cotillion of the season a formal and usually at a special location.
Cost: $30 per family per year for registration. Each event is $15 per teen. We emphasize RSVP for each event. Teens are not required to pay for an event if they are unable to attend.
We also allow non-homeschooled teens. Each season we have had a couple of teens who were not homeschooled yet wished to participate in our cotillion. They have all been a blessing to our group.
This past year, our teens came from Denton, Sherman, Denison, Ft. Worth, Mansfield, Burleson, as well as Gainesville and the surrounding small communities.
Contact: Sara D. Bell at mommers@ntin.net or
940-668-7833 or 940-736-6792 (cell)
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16. CLASSES AT CREATIVE ARTS IN ACTION
Creative Arts in Action, located in Watauga, provides the best in curriculum, classes and classical theatre.
Ride Share with other parents
The Learning Center is pleased to announce: CAIAeRideShare
A quality education partnership at The CAIA Learning Center
PLUS Ride Sharing with other homeschooling Moms to reduce the expenses.
For More Information: 817-281-2293
http://www.creativeartsinaction.com/CAIAeRideShare.htm
Location:
5733 Watauga Road
Watauga TX 76148
817-281-2293
(Between 377 and Rufe Snow in Northeast Fort Worth, Texas)
Website: http://www.creativeartsinaction.com/
Discount: Creative Arts In Action is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount off all new and used curriculum and tickets to our student theatre performances, with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: www.heartoftex.org/membership/membership.html
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17. FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
FCA is a Christian School in McKinney, Texas which offers Academic and Enrichment classes to home school families with children Pre-school aged through High School. Our goal is to partner with Christian families as they carry out their primary role in the nurture and education of their children.
NEW HOME SCHOOL CLASSES:
Dyslexia Training Program for home school students!
The Texas Scottish Rite Hospital Dyslexia Training Program (DTP) is being offered for home school students with dyslexia beginning this fall, 2008 at Faith Christian Academy in McKinney. The DTP program was developed by the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital in Dallas as a response to the need to provide dyslexia intervention throughout Texas and around the world. The DTP introduces reading and writing skills to students through a two-year cumulative program and emphasizes intense phonetic analysis of written language and is presented in a structured, multisensory sequence of: Alphabet, Dictionary skills, Reading, Spelling, Cursive handwriting, Listening, Language history, Listening and reading comprehension, Review activities.
Each lesson is one hour long and the program is a two-year program, with three schedules of lessons. Included in the DTP are various supplemental materials needed to implement the program, which are covered by a supply fee.
Maximum # of students: 6 per class. Will add classes as needed
Days/Time: Call to schedule.
Contact for Pricing and Enrollment Information:
972-658-2348 (summer phone)
Or e-mail tgore@fcamckinney.com
High School English: Writing/Literature (for English credit)
Taught by Bev Cook
This class is designed for High School students, combining both literature (Teaching the Classics) and writing (The Institute of Excellence in Writing). Students will develop proficiency in writing as they study and utilize the IEW method. This classical system stresses modeling and builds a firm foundation of specific writing skills and techniques. As well as developing/improving their writing skills, students will explore literature systematically as they learn to analyze character, plot, theme, and other literary techniques. They will also be required to do a research paper during the year to become familiar with MLA format and the documenting of sources. Required readings of classic novels will be the basis for their literary writings. This class will meet the requirements for 1 High School English Credit.
Prerequisite: 1 Year of IEW Writing preferred but not required.
Maximum # of students: 15
Cost: $65/month + $25 supply fee
When: Thursdays from August 18, 2008 - May 21, 2009
10:00 AM – 12:00 noon
Middle School-Grades 6-8th: Writing Course (IEW) Institute of Excellence in Writing
Taught by Bev Cook
This class is designed for students who have a simple understanding of grammar, i.e. know verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and sentence structure. Using the IEW method, students will learn proven techniques needed to build a solid writing foundation. At the end of the year, they will know 5 IEW decorations, 5 IEW sentence openers, 5 IEW dress-ups, 50 new vocabulary words, plus have experience writing short reports/essays, narrative stories, mini-research papers, and creative writing assignments. In addition, they will learn valuable organization skills by keeping a class notebook.
Prerequisite: None
Maximum # of students: 6
Cost: $55/month + $25 supply fee
When: Thursdays from August 18, 2008 - May 21, 2009
1:30-3:00 p.m.
OTHER HOMESCHOOL CLASSES OFFERED
Academic classes through 8th grade – offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Classes include Government (A Beka), English (IEW), Algebra I, Earth & Space Science with Labs; Spring 2009: Earth, Spanish I, SAT Prep; Stock Market Game, Speech, Bible, Study Skills, Music Multi-Media Production class
Enrichment classes through 8th grade – offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Classes include Spanish, Music, Drama, Art, Crafts and more!
High School classes offered on Tuesdays/Thursdays:
Classes include Geometry, English, Biology, Health, “Cracking the SAT U.S. History Subject Test”, Applied Music and Theory, The Stock Market Game, and Audio Video Technical Production.
TESTING SERVICES
Call for details: 972-562-5323 ext. 22
For More Information:
Contact Toni Gore at tgore@fcamckinney.org or 972-562-5323 ext. 22
Location: Faith Christian Academy
115A Industrial Boulevard
McKinney, TX
www.fcamckinney.com
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18. FABULOUS FRIDAYS IN LITTLE ELM
Zooniversity and Karate Classes for Homeschoolers in Little Elm.
FRIDAYS
SEPTEMBER 5 - NOVEMBER 21
Time: 10 am - 10:45 am - Zooniversity (runs 10 weeks, with Oct. 10 & 24 off)
11 am - 11:45 am - Karate
(choose one or both)
Grades: K-5
Location: Sidekicks Karate Studio
2700 E. Eldorado Parkway, Suite 207
Little Elm, TX 75068
972-294-8100
Cost: Karate: $50/month; no registration fees; $25 for optional uniforms
Zooniversity: $100
Deposit: Karate: $5 (will be applied toward tuition)
Zooniversity: $40 (will count toward November's tuition)
For More Information: Jennifer McBride at Jenjas5@yahoo.com
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19. HOME EDUCATORS RESOURCE ENRICHMENT CLASSES
The Home Educators Resource sells a large array of new and used books and curriculum, plus they offer classes and other resources to homeschool families.
2008-2009 Classes Offered:
MONDAY CLASSES
Art
Secondary Drawing with Art
Saxon Algebra II
Saxon Algebra I
Advanced Math
Pre-K & Kindergarten Montessori Class
Experience Texas! Past, Present and Future
World History One-Oh-Fun!
Creative Journaling through Scrapbooking (High School Elective)
TUESDAY CLASSES
Robotics
Basic Latin
Art
Art (High School Elective)
Fantastic French
U.S. History 20th Century
Our American Heritage - US History
Elementary Spanish
Exploring Creation with Zoology I: Flying Creatures
Exploring Creation with Zoology III: Land Animals
Exploring Creation with General Science (with labs)
Apologia Botany & Zoology II (with Labs)
WEDNESDAY CLASSES
Exploring Creation with General Science (with labs)
World History
Biology with Labs
Chemistry with Labs
Speech (1 semester) - High School Elective
World Views Year 1 (3 High School Credits)
World Views Year II (8-1/2 High School Credits)
Starting Points (3 High School Credits)
BJU Pre-Algebra
BJU Algebra II
BJU Algebra I
BJU Geometry
THURSDAY CLASSES
Spanish II
Spanish I
Exploring Creation with Astronomy
English III & IV (Junior & Senior)
English Middle School
English I & II (Freshman & Sophomore)
French I
Taste of Shakespeare (one semester)
Keys to Algebra
US Government
US History
Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) with Labs
Human Anatomy & Physiology with Extensive Labs (Biology II)
Reading Fluency & Comprehension (Special Needs)
For Class Descriptions, Fees and Other Information:
http://homeeducatorsresource.com/news/
Location:
1288 W. Main Street Suite 203
Lewisville, TX 75067
972-956-8320
Website: http://homeeducatorsresource.com/
Discount: Home Educators Resource is offering 10% off new and used books to HEART of Texas family members. Plus, members will still earn punches on their HER Buyer's Card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: www.heartoftex.org/membership/membership.html
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20. HOMESCHOOLERS EAST CO-OP CLASSES -- EAST DALLAS
Classes Offered:
Mock Trial I (Grades 1-3)
Mock Trial II (Grades 4-6)
Model United Nations (Grades 9-12)
Youth and Government I (Grades 6-8)
Youth and Government II (Grades 9-12)
Ballroom Dancing (Grades 4-6)
Readers’ Theater I (Grades 1-3)
Readers’ Theater II (Grades 4-6)
Contact For More Information: Sandra Carey at club_expressions@yahoo.com
Location: The Summit Church
4101 East Park Blvd.
Plano, TX 75074
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21. HOMESCHOOL HERITAGE DOMUS SCHOLA
Dear Homeschoolers interested in Latin for High School,
As some of you know I have been teaching basic Latin to a few students the last couple of years. To be honest, I only took 2 years of Latin in high school some 30 years ago, so I am basically learning this subject as I go along. Anyway, I had heard about the following crash course in Latin a few years back and would just love to attend in order to be a better teacher for my own children. My biggest problem is traveling across country with a nursing baby!
I would love to try to host this in our area, but I would have to have at least 12 people interested in such a course. The recommended age is 16 through adult, and the price is $500 for one week of intensive Latin. The entire 40 chapters of Wheelock's Latin (a text used in many colleges) is covered in 5 days. This text is covered in 2 semesters (1 year) of college with 6 credit hours given. High Schools using Wheelocks usually spend 2 years getting through Wheelocks Latin.
I am just looking into this, but email me back at corina@
familychurch.org if you would be interested, or send this to other homeschoolers who might want something like this locally.
Blessings,
Corina Treece
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22. LEGACY HOME SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM AT FIRST BAPTIST EULESS
Currently Enrolling for 2007-2008 School Year -- Science, History, and Fine Arts Classes
Grade: K-8
Contact: 817-267-3313 ext 267
Email: legacy@discoveryfirst.org
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23. HOMESCHOOL MUSIC THEATER WORKSHOP AT PFAMILY ARTS
PFAMILY ARTS introduces an all new class for home school students!
Workshop students will study Acting, Dance and Vocal curriculum based in classical techniques from Stanislavsky, Meisner, Alexander and all dance styles incorporated on the musical theatre stage such as Fosse, Tap, Ballet, Jazz and Modern. The Workshop is meant to be a fun, yet highly educational performing arts class for the serious student and beginner. The Workshop will present a session ending presentation at the end of the Fall Session and a full scale musical in the Spring Session. Spring Musical will be decided based on class enrollment. Seeking home schooled musicians for pit orchestra and crew (stage manager, running crew, costume design, set design, etc.) for Spring production.
The goal of the Home School Music Theatre Workshop is to provide the home school student their own theatre program of classes and performance opportunities. PFAMILY ARTS Academy is the only performing arts school in the greater Dallas-Ft. Worth area that is staffed by Broadway veterans, local professional actors and university faculty members, providing student’s unparalleled instruction. PFAMILY ARTS is a 501(c)(3) not for profit arts association.
Fall Session: September 2-December 13.
Home School Music Theatre Workshop: Tue/Thu 1:00-4:00
Cost: $1,440
Early Enrollment Discount of 10%: July 21-August 16.
Multi-Family Discount of 10%.
For More Information: 972.378.1234 or info@pfamilyarts.org
Location: PFAMILY ARTS
4017 Preston Road, #544
LakeSide Market
Plano, TX 75093
Contact: 972-378-1234
www.pfamilyarts.org
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24. TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE HOME SCHOOL CLASSES -- FREE MATH ASSESSMENT
Registration Open for Fall 2008 Classes
Early registration under way for fall classes for homeschool high schoolers.
A variety of science and math classes are being offered at three different campuses in the Arlington/Fort Worth area.
REGISTRATION ENDS AUGUST 20!!!
Classes Offered Fall 2008:
SE Campus:
Algebra I
Algebra II
Geometry
NW Campus:
Algebra I
Algebra II
Geometry
NE Campus:
Biology
FREE math assessment tests offered upon request.
Cost equates to $3.50 an hour, $166 for entire semester including book.
For More Information: Call Maurine Amend at 972-660-8414
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25. VENTURE HOME SCHOOL CLASSES
Registration Open for Fall 2008 Classes
High School Classes Offered:
Biology/Lab
American Government/Economics
Effective Writing for a Purpose
Algebra 1, 2, and Geometry
Spanish 1B
Apologetics/Hermeneutics/Book of Ephesians
World Geography/World History
Health/Physical Education
For More Information: Contact 817-788-5248 or justiss5@sbcglobal.net
or fbccolleyville.com (navigate to Children's/Sonshine)
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26. YMCA OF IRVING HOME SCHOOL CLASSES
MONDAYS & THURSDAYS
Classes Offered:
Spanish, Art/Painting, Youth & Government, Science, Basketball, Drama, Volleyball, Y-Achievers, FIT Squad
Times: 9:30 – 12:25 (Times vary by class)
Ages: 5-18 (Ages are grouped: 5-8; 9-11; 12-14; 14-18)
For More Information: Contact Doug Fox at 972-986-8898 or 214-460-6337 (mobile)
Or by email at dougf.irving@ymcadallas.org
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27. LIBRARY USED BOOK SALES IN NORTH TEXAS
Looking for inexpensive literature books and other resources to add to your home school library? Library used book sales are excellent opportunities to purchase books at bargain prices. Here are a few sales that we know about in the North Texas area.
DALLAS – September 6
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: University Park Public Library
6517 Hillcrest (inside Chase Bank building)
214-363-9095
Books: 5,000 books; 90% donated; .50 paperbacks; $2 hardcovers
No checks over $100 accepted; There is an ATM in the building.
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THE COLONY – September 6
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: The Colony Public Library
6800 Main Street
972-625-1900 ext 3
Contact: jsveinsson@thecolony.lib.tx.us
Books: 80% donated; sorted; .50 paperbacks; $1 hardcovers
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WICHITA FALLS – September 6; October 4
Time: Sat: 9a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Wichita Falls Public Library
600 11st Street
940-767-0868 x248
Books: 3,000 books; 100% donated; 85% hardcover; .50 - $2
Half-price sale on most books 1st Saturday of each month
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SANGER – September 13
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Sanger Public Library
501 Bolivar Street
940-458-3257
Books: 1,500 books; 100% donated; sorted; 65% hardcover; .25 paperbacks; $1 hardcovers; Sanger Sellabration: annual city festival & craft fair
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ARLINGTON – September 17-21
This is their annual fall book sale.
Time: Members: Wed: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. (can join at the door)
General Public: Thurs: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.;
Fri/Sat: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sun: 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Meadowbrook Recreation Center
1400 E. Dugan Street
(Meadowbrook Park)
817-274-8831
Contact: fapl@sbcglobal.net
Books: Over 50,000 items; most hardbacks and trade paperbacks are $1; mass market fiction paperbacks $6/flat. Cash or checks only.
Sunday is half-price day.
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ENNIS – September 18-20
Time: Fri: 10am. - 6p.m.; Sat: 10a.m. - 2p.m
Preview: Thurs: 10 - 8 $5 (Friends free)
Location: Ennis Public Library
502 West Ennis Avenue
Books: 3,000+ books; 95% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not picked over; no buyer restrictions; .50 - $2
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WYLIE – September 20
Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Smith Public Library at American National Bank
301 S. Highway 78
972-442-7566
Books: 5,000 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not picked over; no buyer restrictions; .25 - $1
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28. CHRISTIAN EDUCATORS RESOURCE CENTER
CERC, located in Rowlett, is a home school book store offering classes, testing, and other home school resources.
It is located at:
3810 Industrial, Suite 300
Rowlett, TX 75088
972-475-4138
Website: http://cerconline.org/
Discount: CERC is offering HEART of Texas members a 15% discount on any materials that are in stock,
with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: www.heartoftex.org/membership/membership.html
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29. CREATIVE ARTS IN ACTION
Creative Arts in Action, located in Watauga, provides the best in curriculum, classes and classical theatre.
Location:
5733 Watauga Road
Watauga TX 76148
817-281-2293
(Between 377 and Rufe Snow in Northeast Fort Worth, Texas)
Website: http://www.creativeartsinaction.com/
Discount: Creative Arts In Action is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount off all new and used curriculum and tickets to our student theatre performances, with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: www.heartoftex.org/membership/membership.html
For List of Classes:
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30. HOME EDUCATORS RESOURCE
The Home Educators Resource sells a large array of new and used books and curriculum, plus they offer classes and other resources to homeschool families.
Location:
1288 W. Main Street Suite 203
Lewisville, TX 75067
972-956-8320
Website: http://homeeducatorsresource.com/
Discount: Home Educators Resource is offering 10% off new and used books to HEART of Texas family members. Plus, members will still earn punches on their HER Buyer's Card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: www.heartoftex.org/membership/membership.html
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31. DALLAS ARBORETUM EVENTS
No matter the time of year, the Arboretum is always in bloom. Both spring and fall feature wild bursts of color. Summer does nothing to diminish the bloom of the Arboretum plantings, which thrive on the warmth of Dallas' summer months. And, because of Dallas' temperate winter temperature, the arboretum is even in blooming the middle of winter. Regardless when you come, there will be plenty to see and plenty of flowers to enjoy.
Hours: Open Daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Enjoy Reduced Admission During the Weekdays in August!
Just $1
In an effort to address the concerns of prices atfamily venues, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is reducing all of its admission prices on weekdays in August to one dollar per person, with admission returning to its normal pricing structure in September.
Regular price is $8, so this is a tremendous savings and a great opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a trip to the Dallas Arboretum!
Located:
8525 Garland Road
Dallas, TX 75219
214-515-6500
www.dallasarboretum.org
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32. DAY CAMPS AT CAMP TONKAWA
Camp Tonkawa is an Outdoor Learning Center, where we like to teach nature through hands on experiences. Located outside of Collinsville, Tx. on a 35 acre tract of land , that is certified as a wildlife refuge.
PRIMITIVE SURVIVAL
Come on out to Camp Tonkawa this fall, to learn the Tom Brown method of surviving with minimal resources. Prepare yourself for any life situation and build your self esteem by knowing that you can take care of yourself and your loved ones. This is set up as teaching workshops and is NOT an actual survival situations.
AUGUST 23 -- Primitive Survival 1 Shelter / Water / Fire
Time: 2:30pm
Cost: $60 adults - 17 and under $45
Group and family rates available!
SEPTEMBER 13 -- Primitive Survival 2 FOOD: Edible plants / Tracking
Time: 2:30pm
Cost: $60 adults - 17 and under $45
Group and family rates available!
OCTOBER 17 - 19 -- Primitive Survival Combo 1 & 2
Time: 9:30am Oct 17 though 2:30 p.m. Oct 19
Cost: $125 adults - 17 and under $100
Group and family rates available!
NOVEMBER 8 -- Primitive Survival 3 Extended Wilderness Living
Time: 9:30am Nov 8 through 2:30 pm Nov 9
Cost: $60 adults - 17 and under $45
Group and family rates available!
Primitive Survival Day Camps:
Sign up for one or all 5, to learn everything taught in Primitive Survival 1 & 2.
Time: All camps are held from 10am - 3pm on the following dates:
AUGUST 31 Water / Cordage / Knots
SEPTEMBER 21 Food - Tracking / Traps / Snares
OCTOBER 26 Edible Plants / Primitive Cooking
NOVEMBER 16 Shelter
DECEMBER 14 Fire / Bow Drills
Cost: See website www.camptonkawatexas.com
Pre-registration required.
Minimum and Maximums are enforced, so register early!!
ATTN: BOY SCOUT TROOPS!!!
Camp Tonkawa is a Great Place to Earn Merit Badges!
Please consider us in your planning meetings this year! Also, we would greatly appreciate, if you would forward this on to any other troops that you think might be interested in working on their outdoor skills this year.
Hope to see you all soon!
Wilderness Survival Camp
Our level one camp, upon completion, will not only earn you your merit badge but you will learn to make a Bow Drill Fire! All must have a Tote & Chip because you will be working with your knives.
We have two camps scheduled where individual boys can come or schedule a date for your troop. Group rates available.
Scheduled dates: Aug 23-24, 2008 and Jan 17-18, 2009.
This is our most popular camp for the Boy Scouts!!! The leaders enjoy it too!
Horsemanship Camp
Monthly we have a scheuled Day Camp where individuals or small groups can earn this merit badge. If your whole troop wants to come out and/or do a week-end camp out with our horses, we will be happy to schedule a date for you.
Indian Lore Camp
Come and get started on this extensive merit badge, we get you off to a great start. Scheduled dates Nov 1-2, 2008 and April 4-5, 2009 or schedule a date for your troop. Group rates available!
Hiking and Backpacking Camp
Give you the Basics and set you up on a training program to prepare you for a trek of your own.
Scheduled dates May 30-31 or schedule a date for your troop. Group rates available!
Nature Related merit badges:
Fish and Wildlife Management
Fishing
Insect Study
Mammal Study
Reptile and Amphibian Study
Schedule a week-end camp out with us to work on any of the above listed. We can customize the camp for your troop.
Family camps available for the Cub Scouts and Webeloes!
Please help us spead the word to these Packs, so that we can help them earn any outdoor skills needed for rank advancement and belt loops.
For More Information:
Contact April at camptonkawa@bigplanet.com or 903-429-6483
www.camptonkawatexas.com
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33. FORT WORTH NATURE CENTER AND REFUGE PROGRAMS
AUGUST 31 – Living Green is About . . . Water Harvesting
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Admission: FREE with paid admission
Fresh water is one of our most precious natural resources. Water harvesting, l andscaping with native plants, and planting water catchment gardens are just a few of the many ways we can conserve water. As a bonus, saving water also saves us money.
SEPTEMBER 7 – Lotus Marsh Walk
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Admission: $5 with paid admission
Home to a variety of plants and animals, this wetland is like a giant nursery for lots of baby animals.
Fish, dragonflies, and maybe even a turtle can be seen.
SEPTEMBER 13 – Petit Chiens
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Admission: $5 with paid admission
They once populated the Texas prairies by the thousands. They are social, active, and playful. Come and
observe the Black Tailed Prairie Dog town at the Fort Worth Nature Center. Join us as we explore their natural history on a leisurely hike.
SEPTEMBER 20 – Fall Migration
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Admission: $5 with paid admission
As the days become longer and the season begins to change, so do the species of birds we have at the
Nature Center. It is at this time we prepare for fall migrants to come through and visit or stay for the winter. Join us as we hike around the Nature Center looking for these new arrivals
SEPTEMBER 21 – Canoe Fest
Time: Noon - 4pm
Admission: $5 with paid admission
Come out and enjoy a bit of canoeing on your own on the quiet waters around Greer Island. Canoes,
paddles, and lifejackets provided. Children must be 5 years or older and accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parents must sign a liability waiver for minor children.
No registration required - first come, first served.
SEPTEMBER 21 – Wild Plum Hike
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Admission: $5 with paid admission
Blooms of the wild plums are not in view, but it is still a nice trail to hike. You will have a chance of
seeing the plums or ecanopy from the sun.
Location: 9601 Fossil Ridge Road
Fort Worth, TX 76135
For More Information about these or other events: 817-237-1111
http://www.fwnaturecenter.org
The Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge (FWNC&R) is located just inside the city limits of Fort Worth, TX.
The FWNC&R is a hidden jewel, a wilderness comprised of forests, prairies, and wetlands reminiscent of how much of the Fort Worth/Dallas metroplex once looked. Replete with native flora and fauna, the area beckons to those searching for a piece of nature to refresh their spirits and reintroduce a measure of tranquility to their increasingly urban lifestyles.
Over 3600 acres, the FWNC&R is the largest city-owned nature center in the United States and offers residents and visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural history of north central Texas. Over 20 miles of hiking trails provide easy access to a myriad of natural wonders to be found on the Refuge.
Staff naturalists at the Hardwicke Interpretive Center are available to facilitate your exploration.
The FWNC&R is located on the northwest side of Fort Worth, four miles west of I-820 on Jacksboro Hwy. (TX Hwy 199).
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34. FOSSIL RIM HOME SCHOOL CLASSES AND EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 8 -- Fossil Dig Class & Tour
Time: 10:00-2:30ish.
Break for Lunch: 12:00-1:00
Guided Tour of Fossil Rim: 1:00-2:30ish
Details: In the morning, take a bus down to our Fossil Pit and dig for marine fossils! Share a picnic lunch at the Overlook, then take a guided tour of Fossil Rim’s current, non-marine residents!!!
SEPTEMBER 22 -- Conservation in Action Day
Time: 9:00-2:30ish.
Break for Lunch: 12:00-1:00
Guided Tour of Fossil Rim: 1:00-2:30ish
Details: Learn about different ways you can Conserve natural resources; participate in an on-guided tour of Fossil Rim.
To Register: homeschool@fossilrim.org
or call 254-897-2960 ext. 216
For more Details: www.fossilrim.com/visiting/home_school.html
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35. THE HEARD MUSEUM - HOMESCHOOL CLASSES
These Homeschool Classes will introduce your student to the Natural Sciences. Students will experience learning through classroom activities, outdoor field investigations, laboratory science, small group activities and take-home study packets.
Each course curriculum is developed by the Heard Museum's education staff who strive to recognize and meet the needs of home school families.
All curricula are based on current scientific theory.
Thirteen Weeks of Classes from
SEPTEMBER 16 - DECEMBER 18 (Tuesdays or Thursdays)
Ages: 5-14 (as of September 1, 2008)
Time: 1-3 p.m. on either Tuesdays or Thursdays
Cost: $205 (museum members)
$225 (non-members)
Monthly payment plans are available
10% sibling discounts available
Registration Deadline: September 1
Classes:
Which Ology is Which?
Age: 5 year olds
Description: Young scientists are introduced to some of the most interesting branches of scientific study - ornithology (birds), herpetology (amphibians and reptiles) and entomology (insects) are just a few of the "ologies" that will be explored on the sanctuary and through our specimens and live animals.
Discover Your World: Plants
Ages: 6-7 year olds
Description: This class promotes an appreciation and understanding of plants and their importance to us and the natural world. Students will grow their own plants and discover the many different kinds of plants on the sanctuary.
Ecosystem Explorations
Ages: 8-9 year olds
Description: Students will examine how plants and animals live together and form amazing systems that help nature work. Observations of living communities on our sanctuary and how they are connected will be the primary focus of this study.
Biomes of the World
Ages: 10-12 year olds
Description: Our Earth includes a variety of biomes, from rainforests and deserts to the mountains and oceans. This class will examine and compare these large geographical and ecological regions as well as the diversity of their wildlife.
Earth Trek II – Understanding the Planet
Ages: 10-12 year olds
Description: Continuing Miss Judy’s last series of classes, this study will include geography, geology, meteorology and ecology of the Earth to understand how and why our planet functions for our survival. This series concludes with Earth Trek III in spring 2009.
Ecology Experiences
Ages: 12-14 year olds
Description: Taught by Jill DeVito who holds a Ph.D. in Biology and an M.S. in Zoology. “Dr. Jill’s” full-time position is Lecturer in the Department of Biology at the University of Texas at Arlington. In this class, students will gain hands on, field and lab experience emphasizing use of the scientific method. We will explore the interactions between a variety of living organisms and their environment.
To register and for more information: smann@heardmuseum.org
972-562-5566 x237
For More Information: 972-562-5566
Location: One Nature Place
McKinney, TX 75069
www.heardmuseum.org
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36. HERITAGE FARMSTEAD MUSEUM -- PLANO
The Museum Grounds are Open Year-Round (Except Mondays and Holidays)
Tuesday - Sunday 9:00am - 4:30pm
Docent-Led Tours - Tuesday through Sunday
Time: 1:30 p.m. (one tour daily)
Tour begins on the front porch. Includes Farrell-Wilson house, outbuildings, and grounds.
Admission: $5 Adults; $3.50 Children 5 & up, Students, and Seniors (65+);
Children 4 and under are free; Museum members free
Docent will collect admission fees before the tour begins.
Self-Guided Grounds Tours - Tuesday through Sunday
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tour the grounds only. No access to the Farrell-Wilson house our outbuildings.
Grounds guide available.
Admission: $2 per person
Children 4 and under are free; Museum members free.
Group Tours:
Time: Each program lasts about 1 1/2 hours
Available by appointment only.
Cost: $5/child; $3/adult chaperones
Depending on the size of the group, up to two teachers can attend free of charge
Themes:
Farmer Duck -- This pre-school program is designed for children ages 3-6 and follows the story Farmer Duck written by Martin Waddell (about a lazy farmer who doesn’t work and a duck that does all the chores around the farm), a discussion and hands-on experiences at 3 – 10 different stations, depending on the program/needs of group. Costumed Docent(s) lead children in groups of 10 through each hands-on activity.
On the Wagon Trail -- Designed for elementary school- age participants, this program focuses on the thoughts and activities of a 10 year-old boy as he leaves his home in Illinois to move with his family to Plano at the turn-of-the-century. Activities include packing a wagon, riding the wagon to different spots on the property and rein-acting the diary entries. Two costumed Docents lead children along this trip. Each program is volunteer-led and lasts about 1 ˝ hour long. Best with a small group, 8-10 children.
Tag-Along Tom -- This costumed volunteer-led program introduces the children to the fictional character of Tom Sawyer while experienced chores around the farm. Designed for children ages 6-12, activities include white-washing the side of the Pole Barn, gathering water from the creek for the Children’s Garden, and playing turn-of-the-century games.
What's Inside a Barn -- Features the elements of a barn; how they are built, their daily use, and seasonal activities farm families celebrated inside a barn. A craft is included. Designed for children 3-6.
Traditional Children's Tour -- Offers children an inside look at the Farrell-Wilson house and out-buildings; its theme, life at the turn-of-the-century, and participants experience three early 19th century chores. Leaders are dressed in period costume. Designed for children ages 6-16.
Living on the Prairie -- This program is designed to give children a variety of hand-on experiences revolving around the four fictional characters in Patricia MacLachlan’s book, Sarah, Plain and Tall. Children will visit the one-room schoolhouse, create an original watercolor, compare and contrast prairie and coastal landscapes and practice critical thinking skills. Program is led by costumed Docents and s designed for children ages 8-12
For More Information: Call 972-881-0140
FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH -- Scout Tours
REQUIRE ADVANCE RESERVATIONS -- Call the Farmstead office to reserve a date.
Tours are booked on a first come first served basis
Cost: Pricing has been revised. Contact the Farmstead office for more information.
(No siblings under 4 years old)
Tours must be PREPAID.
Scouts will receive a patch from the Farmstead.
NOVEMBER 15 -- American Scout Day
Register your troop by November 5
Time: 9am-Noon or 1pm-4pm
Cost: $8/scout (includes patch); 2 adults free per troop; $6/additional adults
$3 for additional Scout Day patches
Details: Bring your whole troop and experience Pioneer life on the Texas Blackland Prairie.
Includes: tours of the 14-room historic Farrell-Wilson house
Self-Discovery stations in the Pole Barn
Make Nineteenth Century Crafts
Play historic games
Explore 4 beautiful acres with 12 original outbuildings
See the farmstead animals.
FRIDAYS AT THE FARMSTEAD (Programs last 90 minutes)
For Children Ages 2-5
Time: 10:30
Cost: $6/child/program & $3/adult
To Register: Call 972-881-0140 or e-mail lmorley@heritagefarmstead.org
NOTE: Prepayment and registration are required. Registrations are welcome until Wed noon for the Friday program that same week. All fees are non-refundable.
SEPTEMBER 5 -- Johnny Appleseed
Children will be introduced to simple concepts of this red fruit, folklore of Johnny Appleseed, and use of apples.
SEPTEMBER 12 -- Cowboys and Cowgirls
Children will be introduced to simple concepts of cowboys and cowgirls.
SEPTEMBER 19-- Gardening and Harvesting
Children will be introduced to simple concepts of seeds, growing plants and picking ready-to-eat
foods.
OCTOBER 3 -- Dig This!
Children will be introduced to simple concepts such as: archaeology, earth’s layers, artifact, and terms “tool or
toy?”
OCTOBER 10 -- Pumpkins and Gourds
Children will be introduced to simple concepts of squash plants, how they grow, and what’s inside
FRIDAYS AT THE FARMSTEAD (Programs last 90 minutes)
For Children Ages 6-12
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $8/child/program
To Register: Call 972-881-0140
NOTE: Prepayment and registration are required. Registrations are welcome until Wed noon for the Friday program that same week. All fees are non-refundable.
SEPTEMBER 19 – Gardening and Harvesting.
Children will experience topics of discovery relating to growing seasons, laying out a
garden and gathering crops for consumption.
OCTOBER 3 – Dig This!
Children will experience topics of discovery including searching for a midden pile, designing a test pit, and
identifying archaeology tools.
OCTOBER 17 – Continuity and Change on the Farm
Children will experience topics of discovery related to the current house theme:
Continuity and Change on the Farm
OCTOBER 31 – History of Halloween
Children will experience topics of discovery surrounding the history of the October day and traditional
activities of the early 1900 century.
NOVEMBER 7 – Texas: Our Great State
Children will experience topics of discovery focusing on Texas; its geography, history, culture, and
cowboys/cowgirls.
NOVEMBER 14 – Cooking for the Holidays
Children will experience topics of discover relating to turn-of-the-century recipes, measuring
tools and baking.
DECEMBER 5 – Preparing for Winter
Children will experience topics of discovery surrounding each family member’s responsibility for
preparing for colder weather.
DECEMBER 19 – Victorian Christmas
Children will experience topics of discovery relating to games, crafts and food preparation for a
Victorian party.
VOLUNTEER GARDEN HELPER AND TOUR DOCENTS NEEDED:
The Heritage Farmstead Museum is looking for a volunteer garden helper and tour docents.
Please contact Angie Carroll, Volunteer Coordinator, for further information. 972-881-0140.
For Registration and Other Information: 972-881-0140 http://heritagefarmstead.org/events.htm
Location: Heritage Farmstead Museum
1900 West 15th Street
Plano, TX
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37. SHARKAROSA OPEN-TO-THE-PUBLIC DAYS
SATURDAYS
Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last tour begins at 4:30)
Admission: $8 per person; kids 2 and under are free
INCLUDES: - Meet & Greet with our Education Animals (kangaroos, monkeys, lemurs & more) *Animals available for meet and greet vary with the season and off-site events schedule*
- Safari Wagon ride through exotic pastures to see camels, zebra, buffalo & more
- Kids Bucket Train rides thru 22 acres of “wild” trails!
- Use of pavilion for lunch (you may purchase lunch at our concession stand or bring your own)
Directions:
http://www.sharkarosa.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=26&Itemid=50
Please do not use MapQuest it WILL get you lost!
Please visit the Field Trip page under the "Visiting Section" of our web site for details on booking a field trip
for your home school group.
For More Information:
www.sharkarosa.com
940-686-4600 (main)
940-686-3715 (fax)
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38. TEXAS DISCOVERY GARDENS
Admission:
$3 for adults
$2 for seniors (60+)
$1.50 for children 3-12yrs
free for children under 3yrs.
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm.
SEPTEMBER 2 -- Integrated Pest Management
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Cost: $8 member; $10 for general public
Mike Merchant, Urban Entymology specialist (bug expert) Texas AgriLife Research Extension Center, will be talking about safer and more effective pest control methods, some of which are not organic but safer for the environment.
TUESDAYS ARE FREE ADMISSION!
AUGUST 19, 26 – Free Admission for the Community Day
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesdays are free admission at our organic, botanic, public garden in the heart of Dallas's historic Fair Park!
THIRD SATUDAYS – Garden Walks
Garden Walks are a guided tour on various topics. Unless noted, Garden Walks are on the third Saturday of the month and last one hour.
Cost: Free with garden admission.
Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for adults 60 and older, and $1.50 for children 3-11.
NOVEMBER 1 – Trees of Texas: A Native Primer
Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Cost: FREE with Garden Admission
Join us as we teach you how to go native! Local trees are hardier and more drought-resistant. They also attract birds and other wildlife to your yard. We'll tour the garden in search of native trees and give you pointers on proper planting techniques.
DECEMBER 6 – For the Birds
Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Cost: FREE with Garden Admission
It’s all hands-on as we learn how to garden for wildlife in the winter. Bring the kids and work on fun projects to feed birds and native wildlife during the big chill. We’ll tell you what plants to add to your garden that will attract birds all year long.
Pre-Registration is required.
PROGRAMS FOR SCOUTING:
Girl Scouts: We offer 'Try-Its' and 'Let's Get Outdoors' badge programs for younger Girl Scouts.
For more information on these programs: http://www.texasdiscoverygardens.org/girl_scouts.htm
Boy Scouts: We have a number of 'Achievements' and 'Arrow-point' badge programs for younger Scouts. We
also work with Scout Leaders to put together Webelos and Eagle Scout projects, and have a number of
Community Service opportunities for older Scouts. For more information please click here.
Community Service Projects: Opportunities for older scouts are available on special projects and community events such as Day at Fair Park. Training is provided by the staff of Texas Discovery Gardens.
For more info: 214.428.7476 ext. 23.
Location: Texas Discovery Gardens is located at 3601 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Fair Park. Fair Park is two miles east of downtown Dallas just south of Interstate 30.
For Scouting Program Info: 214-428-7476 x 27
For More Information: www.texasdiscoverygardens.org
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39. TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES
ATHENS, TX
AUGUST 2- OCTOBER 22 — Nikon Small World Photo Exhibit
Location: Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Time: 5 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Regular admission to the Center.
Details: View 20 winning microphotographs from the prestigious Nikon Small World Photo Competition, an international contest featuring photographs taken through microscopes. These images reveal a hidden world too small to be seen without magnification.
For More Information: 903-676-BASS.
OCTOBER 11 — Bluegill Family Fishing Tournament
Location: Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Time: 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Cost: $15 (includes admission to TFFC)
Pre-Registration Required
Details: Adult/youth teams fish for prizes in this family-oriented tournament on Lake Athens. Door prizes galore and quality time spent together mean everyone goes away a winner. Weigh-in four-fish stringers at the Anglers Pavilion at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 7 a.m.-2 p.m.; fee includes admission to TFFC $15; preregistration required, deadline October 8, 2008. To register, download entry form to mail in.
For More Information: 903-676-BASS.
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CEDAR HILL, TX
AUGUST 3O; SEPTEMBER 20; NOVEMBER 29 – Penn Farm Tour
Location: Cedar Hill State Park
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Details: Learn what life on the farm was like for the Penn family from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour.
Call to Confirm Program: 972-291-3900, ext. 232.
SEPTEMBER 6 – Reptiles Our Scaly-Skinned Friends
Location: Cedar Hill State Park
Time: 3-4p.m.
Details: Hear about the reptiles found in the area and look and feel some live ones, too. Accessible for the mobility impaired.
Call to Confirm Program: 972-291-3900, ext. 232.
SEPTEMBER 13 – Mammals – Our Fuzzy, Furry Friends
Location: Cedar Hill State Park
Time: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m..
Details: Learn about the different mammals at the park as we share different stories about the animals, have skins and skulls to see and touch and maybe even learn a song or two to help us remember our animal friends. Accessible for the mobility impaired.
Call to Confirm Program: 972-291-3900, ext. 232.
OCTOBER 18 – 8th Annual Days of Old Celebration
Location: Cedar Hill State Park
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $2/person; $5/family (suggested donation)
Details: Travel back in time with weavers, spinners, wood cravers, a blacksmith, antique tractors and much more. There will be wagon rides, carnival booths, live entertainment and food available for purchase. Come and spend the afternoon learning new crafts and relaxing at the Penn Farm.
Call to Confirm Program: 972-291-3900, ext. 232.
NOVEMBER 15 – 1st Annual Chili Cookoff
Location: Cedar Hill State Park
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Details: njoy camping at the park and always wanted to participate in one of those "chili cookoffs?" Well now is your chance! There will be several categories you can choose to compete in and prizes will be given to the winner in each division courtesy of the Friends Group of Cedar Hill State Park. The number of participants is limited and camping in the park is a competition requirement. Join other chili cookers as we rename one of camping loops "Chili Cookers Crossing" for this fun-filled weekend! Come and compete in the cookoff or just come and help us decide who has the best chili!
Call to Confirm Program: 972-291-3900, ext. 232.
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DENTON, TX
SEPTEMBER 13; OCTOBER 11; NOV 8 -- Slide Show
Location: Eisenhower State Park
Time: Begins at dusk. Lasts 45 minutes.
Call: 903-465-1956
Details: Come to the amphitheater and see the variety of animals that live in the park and fish that inhabit Lake Texoma at this slide show. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired.
SEPTEMBER 20 -- Butterfield Stage Coach Day
Location: Eisenhower State Park
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Call: 903-465-1956
Details:Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the first Butterfield Stagecoach crossing the Red River into Texas at nearby Colbert's Ferry. See a replica Concord stagecoach and listen to Bob Montgomery tell stories about the Butterfield mail route in North Texas.
SEPT 20; OCT 18; NOV 15 -- Venomous Snakes of Texas: Myth vs. Truth
Location: Eisenhower State Park
Time: This 45 minute program begins at dusk.
Call: 903-465-1956
Details: Identify the myths and examine the truth about venomous snakes of Texas and learn the treatment for snakebites. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. Forty-five minute program begins at dusk at the amphitheater.
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EUSTACE, TX (Henderson/Van Zandt Counties)
AUGUST 23; — Stargazing
Location: Purtis Creek State Park
Time: 8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Call: 903-425-2332.
Details: Come explore the night sky and make your own star wheel. Meet at overflow camping parking lot at dark. Accessible for the hearing impaired.
AUGUST 30 — Junior Angler
Location: Purtis Creek State Park
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Call: 903-425-2332.
Details: Kids 6-13 learn to fish with hands-on experience. Learn to identify fish and their habitats, practice good water safety and to respect the environment. Upon completion participants will receive a certificate. Parents welcome to attend.
SEPTEMBER 6 – Evening Ranger Program
Location: Purtis Creek State Park
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Call: 903-425-2332.
Details: Join the Park Ranger at the amphitheater for an evening program and movie about the animals at Purits Creek State Park.
SEPTEMBER 20 — Night Hike
Location: Purtis Creek State Park
Time: 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Call: 903-425-2332.
Details: Meet at the overflow camping area parking lot and take a hike into the dark. Learn about nocturnal animals at the park and how your senses are affected by darkness. The hike is approximately one mile.
NOVEMBER 15; — Stargazing
Location: Purtis Creek State Park
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Call: 903-425-2332.
Details: Make a star wheel and learn how to use it to find constellations in the night sky. Take a walk through the solar system and have a chance to view the night sky through a telescope. Bring flashlights with red lenses or red tape will be provided. Meet at the over flow camping parking lot, weather permitting.
NOVEMBER 29 – Evening Ranger Program
Location: Purtis Creek State Park
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Call: 903-425-2332.
Details: Join the Park Ranger at the amphitheater for an evening program and movie about the animals at Purits Creek State Park.
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JACKSBORO, TX
SEPTEMBER 26-28— Texas 13th Cavalry Annual Muster and Drills
Location: Fort Richardson State Park & Historical Site & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Details: Come to the parade grounds and spend the day traveling back in time as you observe these re-enactors as they assemble and go through their drills.
To Register: 940-567-3506.
OCTOBER 17-18 – Red Steagall Wagon Train
Location: Fort Richardson State Park & Historical Site & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Time: Sat: 3pm-6pm; Sun: 9am-11am
Details: The park will be the starting point of the wagon train's annual journey to Fort Worth. See the wagons as they start arriving on Saturday afternoon.
To Register: 940-567-3506.
NOVEMBER 8-9 – Terry's Texas Rangers Weekend
Location: Fort Richardson State Park & Historical Site & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Time: 9am-4pm
Details: This group will hold their annual event and practice session at the fort. Come watch as they will be camping on the parade grounds and performing drills thoughout the weekend.
To Register: 940-567-3506.
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MINERAL WELLS, TX
AUGUST 23 — Guided Nature Hike
Location: Lake Mineral Wells SP & Trailway
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Details: Hike down the Water Trail that leads into beautiful Penitentiary Hollow. Along the way, you will learn about the natural features of the Western Cross Timbers of Texas. Group size limited to 30 people.
Reservations Required.
Call: 940-328-1171.
AUGUST 31 — Night Sounds
Location: Lake Mineral Wells SP & Trailway
Time: 8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Details: Listen to the sounds of a Texas summer night. Actual and recorded sounds of insects, birds, frogs and mammals will be heard and identified with slides of the animals. Bring a lawn chair. Accessible for the mobility impaired.
Call: 940-328-1171.
SEPTEMBER 6 — Night Hike
Location: Lake Mineral Wells SP & Trailway
Time: 8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Details: See the state park in a different light - starlight! Join park interpreter, David Owens, on this night hike. Accessible for the mobility impaired.
Reservations Required.
Call: 940-328-1171.
SEPTEMBER 13 — Owl Prowl
Location: Lake Mineral Wells SP & Trailway
Time: 8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Details: Meet at the Lone Star Amphitheater to learn about the importance of owls in Texas. We will begin with a slide presentation featuring screech owls. Then, we will use an owl call and listen for their response. We may take a walk to several nearby locations for more responses. Accessible for the mobility impaired.
Call: 940-328-1171.
SEPTEMBER 27 — Kids Wilderness Survival
Location: Lake Mineral Wells SP & Trailway
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Details: This course is a fun way for kids to learn what to do if they become lost. The course includes interactive games, demonstrations and a hike on the nature trail. Kids must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or youth group leader.
Reservations Required
Call: 940-328-1171.
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PILOT POINT, TX
Ray Roberts Lake SP/Johnson Branch Unit
AUGUST 30 — Fish “ON”
Location: Ray Roberts Lake SP/Johnson Branch Unit
Time: 9a.m. - 1p.m.
Details: Fish have schools and so do anglers! Bring the whole family and learn the basics of fishing with fun, hands-on activities. Then reel in your limit of fish and fun. Door prizes will be drawn; rods, tackle, and bait provided or bring your own; no fishing license required. Catch you there!
For More Information: 940-637-2294
SEPTEMBER (SATURDAYS)— Guided Nature Hike
Location: Ray Roberts Lake SP/Johnson Branch Unit
Time: 1 p.m.
Details: Every Saturday. Blooming wildflowers and other plants, animals and ecosystems of the North Texas prairies and Cross Timbers regions are explored on this one-mile journey. Bring your boots, binoculars and layered clothing and meet at the Dogwood Camping Area.; donations gratefully accepted.
For More Information: (940) 686-2080 or (940) 637-2294.
Ray Roberts Lake/Isle du Bois Unit
AUGUST 30; SEPTEMBER 27; OCTOBER 25 – Stargazing Party
Location: Ray Roberts Lake SP/Isle du Bois Unit
Time: 7 – 11 p.m.
Details: Spend a few minutes or hours viewing the heavens and talking with volunteer John Olson. Bring your own telescope or gaze through John's 10 and 12-inch GIS motor driven telescopes. Meet at DORBA trailhead and use boat launch parking in the day use area.
For More Information: 940-686-2080 or 940-686-2148
SEPTEMBER (SATURDAYS)— Guided Nature Hike
Location: Ray Roberts Lake SP/Johnson Branch Unit
Time: 4 p.m.
Details: Every Saturday. Blooming wildflowers and other plants, animals and ecosystems of the North Texas prairies and Cross Timbers regions are explored on this one-mile journey. Bring your boots, binoculars and layered clothing and meet at the Bluestem Grove Camping Area. Donations gratefully accepted.
For More Information: (940) 686-2080 or (940) 686-2148.
OCTOBER 4, 18 — Fireside Chat
Location: Ray Roberts Lake SP/Johnson Branch Unit
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Details: Topics will include storytelling, natural/cultural history, flora/fauna, jokes and more. Meet at the Lost Pines Trail Interpretive Area.
For More Information: (940) 686-2080 or (940) 686-2148.
OCTOBER 11, 25 — Guided Nature Hike
Location: Ray Roberts Lake SP/Johnson Branch Unit
Time: 3 p.m.
Details: Blooming wildflowers and other plants, animals and ecosystems of the North Texas prairies and Cross Timbers regions are explored on this one-mile journey. Bring your boots, binoculars and layered clothing and meet at the Bluestem Grove Camping Area. Donations gratefully accepted,
For More Information: (940) 686-2080 or (940) 686-2148.
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ROCKWALL, TX
OCTOBER 11-12 — Texas Outdoor Family Workshop
For Times & Fees: Call 512-389-8903 M-F from 9am - 6pm
Reservations Required: 512-389-8903 or email tof@tpwd.state.tx.us
Details: Ever wanted to camp with your family but feel unsure of what or how to do so? This workshop at a local park is offered in partnership with Texas Parks and Wildlife and is designed to teach your family all the basic outdoor skills you'll need to enjoy a great overnight camping experience. You will get hands-on experience learning basic outdoor skills such as camping, outdoor cooking and also be able to get basic instruction enjoying such outdoor activities as fishing, archery, paddling, and youth nature classes. Best of all, no experience is necessary!
For More Information: 512-970-9247 or email tofparks@tpwd.state.tx.us
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Free TPWD Coloring and Activity Books to Download: www.tpwd.state.tx.us/publications/learning/color/
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40. THEATER PERFORMANCES AT CASA MANANA CHILDREN’S THEATER
For over 40 years, Casa Mańana's Children's Playhouse has introduced children of all ages to the magic of live theatre. This tradition continues as Casa Mańana's Children's Playhouse proudly presents its 2008-2009 Season:
2008-2009 Children's Playhouse Season Schedule:
SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 12 -- Sleeping Beauty
A new, bolder, funnier retelling of your favorite tale, this Sleeping Beauty features some delightful new characters and a slightly different spin on the usual suspects. A young Princess is cursed to sleep an ageless sleep, and can only be awakened by the kiss from a Prince. You are sure to be enchanted by the staging of this magical fairy tale developed by critically acclaimed local artists Brad Jackson and Alex Vorse.
OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 9 -- The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairy(l)y (Stoopid) Tales
What do you get when you take your favorite fairy tale classics and turn them on their heads? How about the Ugly Duckling growing up to be A Really Ugly Duck, Cinderella snubbing Rumpelstiltskin, or The Princess kissing a frog only to end up with a mouthful of slime. If you love the wacky humor of the award winning book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith, then don't miss this hilarious musical parody that is sure to crack up kids and parents alike.
NOVEMBER 21 - DECEMBER 21 -- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Get in the holiday spirit with the world’s most famous reindeer. Young, shy Rudolph is laughed at because of his bright red nose. But that glowing nose comes in very handy when Santa needs someone to save Christmas by serving as a beacon to guide his sleigh. Join Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Comet, Cupid and all the other reindeer as Rudolph captures their admiration and proves he is a true Christmas hero.
FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 8 -- Miss Nelson is Missing!
The students in room 207 just won’t follow the rules and are not being respectful to their teacher, Miss Nelson. One morning, Miss Nelson is mysteriously missing from school, which makes her students believe they have succeeded in driving her away. Their celebration quickly ends when the substitute teacher, the mean and scary Miss Viola Swamp, descends upon the classroom. You’ll love what happens next in this new musical based upon the popular children’s books by Harry Allard and James Marshall.
APRIL 3 - 19 -- Rockin' with Mother Goose
See Jack & Jill, Humpty Dumpty, Little Bo Beep and more of those beloved characters as we present the classic Mother Goose rhymes to upbeat, catchy music. There are little life lessons tucked into each song to help teach children about good manners, safety and responsibility. Developed by local artists Brad Jackson and Alex Vorse, this world premiere musical puts a new spin on the classics to make your favorite rhymes come alive.
MAY 1 - 17 -- A Year with Frog & Toad
The Tony Award-nominated adaptation of the beloved Arnold Lobel classic stories where cheery Frog and grumpy Toad leap off the page to the stage just in time for blossoming, bird-chirping spring. With hilarious and tender songs inspired by snazzy jazzy music, this charming musical comedy gloriously suggests that having a very best friend for flying kites, racing sleds and baking cookies, is as good as it gets.
Order Season Tickets!
Order a 6-Show Season Ticket package to secure GREAT SEATS for these fantastic, family fun productions at Casa Mańana Theatre. And as a Season Subscriber, you will receive a discount equal to seeing ONE SHOW FREE!
For More Information: Call Customer Service at 817-332-2272 or visit http://www.casamanana.org/phssntix_new.html
The Children's Playhouse Producers Circle
Two rows of seats in front of Sections 2 and 3 are reserved exclusively for members of The Children's Playhouse Producers Circle. Join today and receive a free seating upgrade, plus other fantastic benefits.
For More Information: Call 817-321-5013.
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41. PERFORMANCES AT CATS THEATER IN ARLINGTON
2008 Summer Series Shows
Tickets: $6 regular admission
$5 for lap passes for children 0-3 years old
2008/2009 Children's Show Schedule:
OCTOBER 3-12 -- Cinderella
Auditions: August 22-23
A young woman triumphs over her nasty, abusive Stepmother and Stepsisters and marries her Prince Charming, thanks to her zany Fairy Godmother, a trip to the Royal Ball in an enchanted coach and a glass slipper. The Fairy Godmother's two comical helpers keep things moving along in this delightful version of a classic known the world over.
Intermission Tea Party with the Characters
Make your reservations early, there are only 30 seats.
Cost $5.00 per person
OCTOBER 31 - NOVEMBER 9 -- The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Auditions: September 15-16
Early on a September morning the villagers of Sleepy Hollow await their new schoolmaster. His genteel manners and his hymn singing impress the ladies, including Katrina Van Tassel, the town belle. The menfolk are less thrilled, especially Brom Bones, Katrina's beau, and he begins plotting to rid himself of his unwelcome rival. Matters come to a head during the Van Tassel's Halloween party, after which the superstitious Ichabod is accosted on his lonely ride home by a fiendish apparition, the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow. The next morning Ichabod has disappeared, leaving behind only a song in the wind, and a new legend is born.
PLUS! Intermission Halloween with the Characters
Have Tea and Cakes with the cast. Make your reservations early, there are only 30 seats.
Cost $5.00 per person
DECEMBER 5 - 14 -- Christmas Carol Miracle
Auditions: October 13-14
It’s December 1939 in a small Texas town, the orphans at Abba House enter the town’s annual Christmas Carol Contest. The money will save the doomed orphanage. The orphans are sure to win…until Christoper arrives. Not only can Christopher not sing, but he never smiles either. Will the orphans let Christopher sing with the choir knowing that they could lose the contest and prize money, and therefore their home? This wonderful family musical by Taffy Geisel will not only touch your heart, it will also put you in the holiday spirit.
Intermission Tea Party with the Characters
Make your reservations early, there are only 30 seats.
Cost $5.00 per person
JANUARY 2 - 4 -- Free to Be You and Me
No Auditions - Performed by Alumni Students
Free to Be… You and Me features songs and stories. Using poetry, songs, and sketches, the basic concept is to salute values such as individuality, tolerance, and happiness with one's identity; a major thematic message is that anyone, whether a boy or a girl, can achieve anything one wants.
JANUARY 30 - FEBRUARY 8 -- Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court
Auditions: December 8-9
A teenager who works on his school's stage crew, is knocked out by a co-worker and finds himself transported back to the thrilling days of King Arthur, Queen Guenevere and the Knights and Ladies of the Round Table. Hank, who has been studying astronomy, predicts an eclipse of the sun and is hailed a great wizard. He is knighted "Sir Boss" and sets about modernizing Camelot, complete with telephones, bicycles and T-shirts. But the king's wicked half-sister plots against Camelot, planning an invasion with her own army. How "Sir Boss" overcomes the evil plot and finds his way back to Hartford, Connecticut, provides fun and excitement for everyone.
Intermission Tea Party with the Characters
Make your reservations early, there are only 30 seats.
Cost $5.00 per person
FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 8 -- Boxcar Children
Auditions: January 12-13
This story is about four children: Henry James Alden, 14; Jessie Alden, 12; Violet Alden, 10; Benny Alden, 4, and their dog Watch. Upon the death of their mother and father, their grandfather assumes custody of the children, but they run away because they believe him to be cruel. Finding an abandoned boxcar, they start a new life of independence. A man named Dr. Moore, who lives in a nearby city, hires Henry to do jobs around his home, such as mowing the lawn and organizing his garage. With the help of Henry's income and living off the land, the children are able to take care of themselves until Violet becomes ill and they must go to Dr. Moore for assistance.
Intermission Tea Party with the Characters
Make your reservations early, there are only 30 seats.
Cost $5.00 per person
MARCH 27 - APRIL 5 -- Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny
Auditions: February 2-3
Peter Rabbit is lucky to have escaped Mr. MacGregor's garden, but then his cousin Benjamin suggests they go back together for Peter's missing coat and shoes.
Intermission Tea Party with the Characters
Make your reservations early, there are only 30 seats.
Cost $5.00 per person
MAY 1 - 10 -- Into the Woods (2009 Fundraiser Show)
Open Auditions: March 9-10
Annual Auction to be held during the show
Tickets are 3 for $5
A childless baker and his wife cannot have a child until they follow the bidding of the witch next door to get a cow as white as milk, the cape as red as blood, the hair as yellow as corn, and the slipper as pure as gold. Good thing, then that they've got neighbors named Jack, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Cinderella to help them before (and after) Happily Ever After.
Intermission Tea Party with the Characters
Make your reservations early, there are only 30 seats.
Cost $5.00 per person
Summer Shows:
JUNE 16-18 -- Go Dog, Go
JULY 7-9 -- Dear Edina, Jr.
AUGUST 4-6 -- The Five Little Peppers and How They Grew
Show Times:
Spotlight Shows:
Friday 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sunday 2:30 p.m.
Ticket Information:
2007/2008
* Regular admission $10.00.
* Group rate for a group of 10 and more $9.
* Group rate for a group of 20 and more $8.
* Lap passes for children 0 to 3 years old are $5.00.
* School Matinees group rate $5. See link below for group rates.
* 2007-2008 Season Tickets – See link below for info on Season Tickets
* 2008 Fundraiser Show $15 for adults & $10 for children/students
To Order Tickets Online: https://vss131.viux.com/creativearts_org/tixonline.htm
For Information on Group Rates: http://www.creativearts.org/grouprates.html
For Information on Season Tickets: http://www.creativearts.org/seasontickets.html
For More Information: 817-861-2287; metro: 817-265-8512
Location: 1100 West Randol Mill Road
Arlington, TX 76012
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42. COTTAGE THEATER – CREATIVE ARTS IN ACTION
Creative Arts in Action’s Cottage Theater Presents:
Schedule Coming Soon!
Tickets: $5
For More Information: 817-281-2293
www.creativeartsinaction.com
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43. THEATER at ARTISAN THEATER IN HURST
Artisan Center Theater holds quality, "in the round" performances that are family-friendly, entertaining, and affordable! Artie's Playhouse, their Interactive Children's Theater, offers original, fun-for-all-ages productions featuring familiar characters and themes, but with fresh twists that keep it entertaining and exciting for parents as well as children. Each story has its own character focus, which is reinforced throughout the play.
The "Artie's Playhouse" productions are about 30-45 minutes long, and include lots of audience participation to hold the interest of even the youngest child in the family. The theater's full-length stage productions include musicals, comedies, and family dramas which are entertaining, as well as family-friendly. Past performances have included such classics as Godspell, Cheaper By the Dozen, The Scarlet Pimpernel, and The Sound of Music.
Full-Length Productions:
AUGUST 15 - SEPTEMBER 13 – Peter Pan (Musical)
With comedy and derring-do, a boy who won't grow up and hissably good villain, this magical musical sparkles with plenty of charm for everyone from age 4 on up. It is an ageless adventure tale for all who want to stay young forever.
SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 11 – Belles on Their Toes
The CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN family is back, but Father is gone. How the Gilbreths meet this crisis, along with the younger kids' hilarious attempts to take charge of their siblings' dating prospects, makes for great family entertainment!
OCTOBER 17 - NOVEMBER 15 -- The Book of Job (Musical)
This wonderful musical story of Job and his trials and triumphs was originally written for and premiered at the Jubilee Theatre. It is glorious, infectious, colorful, soulful, emotional and best of all, entertaining. The whole family will love this production.
Ticket Prices:
Fridays & Saturdays: $13.00 for adults,
$11.00 for students and senior citizens,
$8.00 for children 12 and under.
Mondays Tuesdays & Thursdays: $9.00 for everyone
$6 Children (12 & under)
Reservations recommended.
Season Tickets and Group Discounts Available.
To Reserve Tickets: 817-284-1200
For More Information: http://www.artisanct.com
Address: 420 E. Pipeline Road in Hurst, Texas (in the Bellaire Shopping Center)
Artie’s Children’s Playhouse Productions:
THROUGH JULY 31 -- Jack and the Beanbag
Jack B. Lazee just loves his beanbag. In fact, he loves it so m uch, he doesn't ever leave it! See Jack as he learns to get into shape and leave his beanbag behind.
AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 13 -- Beauty and the Beach
Artie’s Playhouse Ticket Price: $5 per person
Tuesdays: 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays/Saturdays: 10 a.m.
To Reserve Tickets: 817-284-1200
For More Information: http://www.artisanct.com
Address: 420 E. Pipeline Road in Hurst, Texas (in the Bellaire Shopping Center)
Artisan Theater can come to you!!!
For more information about how to schedule a performance at your location, contact the theater at 817-284-1200. They can perform for events, birthday parties, church functions, and more!!! Bring their family-friendly, entertaining shows to your front door!! Very reasonable prices!!
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44. PERFORMANCES AT BASS PERFORMANCE HALL
Location: Bass Performance Hall
Fort Worth, TX
Contact: 817-212-4280
or 817-332-2272
To Order Tickets Online:
http://ev12.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetGroupList?groupCode=GS&linkID=bass&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode
To Purchase Tickets at the Box Office or to Learn About Season Tickets:
Call 817-212-4280 or 817-332-2272.
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45. DALLAS CHILDREN’S THEATER PERFORMANCES
2008 - 2009 Season:
SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 26 -- Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse
OCTOBER 10 - NOVEMBER 1 -- The Mummy's Claw (young adult series)
NOVEMBER 28 - DECEMBER 23 -- Santa's Holiday for Strings
NOVEMBER 21 - DECEMBER 21 -- Madeline's Christmas
JANUARY 23 - FEBRUARY 22 -- Click, Clack, Moo Cows That Type
FEBRUARY 15 - MARCH 1 -- Honus & Me
MARCH 20 - APRIL 19 -- The Tale of Peter Rabbit
APRIL 3 - MAY 3 --- dont u luv me? (young adult series)
MAY 1 - MAY 17 -- And Then They Came for Me (young adult series)
JUNE 19 - JULY 26 -- The Neverending Story
Ticket Prices:
Lap Pass for Children under 3 years: $6.00
Please note that DCT does not encourage the attendance of children under 3 years of age.
Performance Times for Public Performances
(Unless otherwise indicated on individual show pages)
Fridays 7:30pm
Saturdays 1:30pm
Sundays at 1:30pm & 4:30pm
Box Office Hours
9am to 5pm, Monday - Friday
Ticket Sales are subject to availability.
Reservations are recommended and require prepayment with either
Cash, Check, Mastercard,Visa, or Amex.
Coupons and discount offers must be arranged in advance
with the box office and may be suspended at any time.
Tickets: To purchase individual tickets:
www.dct.org/Performances/ChooseaShow/tabid/181/Default.aspx
Student Matinees: Tuesday – Thursday at 10 a.m.
$7/person
(unless otherwise noted on their website)
Groups of 10 or more $7.00 per person
(1 FREE chaperone per 20 student tickets)
*Deposit required with reservation.
Balance due SIX WEEKS before performance.
Contact: 214-740-0051
www.dct.org/Performances/tabid/115/Default.aspx
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46. PLANO CHILDREN’S THEATER PERFORMANCES
AUGUST 15-23 – Unhappily Ever After
SEPTEMBER 6 - 21 – A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
OCTOBER 10 - 18 – Thousand Cranes
OCTOBER 23 - NOVEMBER 1 – Hocus Pocus Poof!
NOVEMBER 1- 9 – Sound of Music (Plano Courtyard Theater)
NOVEMBER 7-22 – Big Bad Wolf
NOVEMBER 7 - 22 – School House Rocks!
DECEMBER 5 - 20 – Annie, Jr.
JANUARY 9-11 – Improvi
JANUARY 9 - 24 – Once Upon a Mattress
Location: Plano Children's Theatre
Tickets: $7 in advance and $9 at the door.
Location: Plano Children’s Theater
1301 Custer Road
Plano, TX 75075
Times: Fridays and Saturdays: 7:15 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays: 2:15 p.m.
Tickets: $7 in advance; $9 at the door (children’s productions)
Contact: 972-422-2575
www.planochildrenstheatre.com/
NOTE: Some of these productions may not be appropriate for children. Please use your own judgment when considering allowing your children/family to view these productions.
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47. TEXAS BALLET THEATER PERFORMANCES
Texas Ballet Theater suggests that children should be AT LEAST TEN YEARS OF AGE to attend the following performances.
Some performances may not be appropriate for all audiences. Please use your own judgment when considering allowing your children/family to view these productions.
2008-2009 SEASON
SEPTEMBER 12, 13, 14 – The Majestic Ballet Gala
Location: The Majestic Theater, Dallas
OCTOBER 17, 18, 19 – Mozart's Requiem
Location: Bass Hall Performance Hall, Ft. Worth
DECEMBER 5 - 21 – The Nutcracker
Location: Bass Hall Performance Hall, Ft. Worth
DECEMBER 23 - 28 – The Nutcracker
Location: Fair Park Music Hall, Dallas
FEBRUARY 13, 14, 15
Location: The Majestic Theater, Dallas
FEBRUARY 20, 21, 22 – Swan Lake
Location: Bass Hall Performance Hall, Ft. Worth
MARCH 27, 28, 29 – Cleopatra
Location: Bass Hall Performance Hall, Ft. Worth
APRIL 3, 4, 5 – Cleopatra
Location: Fair Park Music Hall, Dallas
Single Tickets Available: August 4
Subscriptions will still be available and are your best choice for locking in great seats at the best prices for the entire season.
For Ticket Information: 877-828-9200
www.texasballettheater.org/tickets/singletickets.htm
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48. HOME SCHOOL DISCOUNT TICKETS TO DALLAS THEATER PERFORMANCES
Thank you for your response to the homeschool theater discounts being offered in the Dallas area through Dallas Summer Muscials.
Homeschoolers were able to get group rates for performances to STOMP, Hairspray, Sweeney Todd and CIRQUE ELOIZE: RAIN.
We did not get enough interest expressed to do an offer for The Color Purple at the Texas State Fair so will not have an offer for that show.
Last year, over 200 homeschoolers attended The Lion King. Watch for more homeschool theater offers in the future. We also have theater discounts available in Houston, San Antonio and Austin.
Please contact Susan Frederick with questions: sjf@jsoft.com or visit the Dallas theater page at Taffie's website http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/Dallastheater.html
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49. AMON CARTER EXHIBITS
Museum Exhibits:
JUNE 14 - AUGUST 24 -- Marsden Hartley and the West: The Search for an American Modernism
See the Southwest through the eyes of Marsden Hartley (1877–1943), one of America’s great modernists. Organized by the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, this exhibition features nearly forty works from Hartley’s New Mexico period (1918–24), perhaps the most overlooked facet of his career.
JUNE 28 - OCTOBER 12 -- Revisualizing Westward Expansion: A Century of Conflict, 1800–1900
Where in the West are we? Chart your course through this group of seventeen rare nineteenth-century maps that reveal how cartography helped us find our way as a country.
MAY 17 - OCTOBER 26 -- Nell Dorr: From Everlasting to Everlasting
Experience more than fifty photographs in this first-ever comprehensive survey of the work of Nell Dorr (1893–1988), one of the most spiritual and empathetic photographic artists of the twentieth century. Dorr is known for dedicating much of her life to photographing mothers and their children.
SEPTEMBER 20 - JANUARY 11 (2009) -- Sentimental Journey: The Art of Alfred Jacob Miller
Embark on a captivating visual adventure in this special exhibition of paintings and drawings by Alfred Jacob Miller (1810–1874), the first American artist to journey into the heart of the Rocky Mountains. See his first-hand depictions of the Lakota, Shoshone, and Nez Perces he encountered, and meet the last of the true fur trappers and traders of the nineteenth-century American West.
NOVEMBER 15 - FEBRUARY 15, 2009 -- Mary Lucier: the Plains of Sweet Regret
Enter a hauntingly beautiful world of landscape and loss in a video installation that brings into view, through music and imagery, the rapid depopulation of the northern plains. Laced with both melancholy and loveliness, this work by video artist Marcy Lulcier examines the seismic changes that have swept away family farms, and ranches, small towns, and rural schools.
Storytime at the Carter:
JULY 26 -- Bears in the Building
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Come along and see how two clever bears use art to change their lives. Bear Hunt by Anthony Browne and Drawing Lessons from a Bear by David McPhail will keep children captivated as they look at two great works from the Carter’s collection—a dramatic landscape painting and an endearing sculpture of a bear cub. Fun activities and refreshments follow the stories.
New Parent Tours:
AUGUST 29; SEPTEMBER 26
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Cost: FREE
Are you in need of mental stimulation and adult conversation? Pack up the baby stroller and join us for a series of tours designed to introduce new parents (with babies in tow) to a variety of artworks at the Carter. These free tours are most appropriate for parents with pre-toddlers, and refreshments will be provided after the program. Parents are invited to attend one or all of the tours in this engaging series. Tours begin outside the Museum Store.
Reservations: Reservations are not required, but we recommend that parents call 817.989.5031 to receive helpful instructions.
Interactive Tours -- Visitor's Voice
JULY 26
Time: 6 p.m.
Join us for a series of fun, informal tours inspired by the results of Decision 2008, which asked visitors to vote for their favorite painting or sculpture in the museum’s collection. Find out who won the popular vote and discover new and different “dark horse” candidates. Each tour in the series features a new theme inspired by voters’ words and different works of art in the collection.
Family Fun Days (Every Sunday of Every Month):
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Admission: FREE
SEPTEMBER 14 – It's Art in the Family
Bring your family together to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Find families in the Carter’s collection of artworks. Then participate in fun activities, and create your own family portrait.
OCTOBER 12 – Expectations, Explorations, Destinations
Time travel through art! Create your own travel journal and listen to adventurous tales from the frontier.
Location: Amon Carter Art Museum
3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard
Fort Worth, TX 76107
817-738-1933
Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m.
Closed Mondays and major holidays
Admission: Admission to the permanent collection is free. Tickets for special exhibitions can be purchased
at the information desk. All galleries in the Amon Carter Museum offer barrier-free access.
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50. DALLAS MUSEUM OF ART EXHIBITS
COMING OCTOBER 3, 2008!
Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs
October 3, 2008–May 17, 2009
Opening on October 3, 2008, at the Dallas Museum of Art, Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohsprovides insight into the life of Tutankhamun and other royals of the 18th Dynasty (1555–1305 B.C.). All of the treasures in the exhibition are between 3,300 and 3,500 years old.
Tutankhamun was one of the last kings of Egypt’s 18th Dynasty and ruled during a crucial, turmoil-filled period of Egyptian history.The boy king died under mysterious circumstances around age 18 or 19, in the ninth year of his reign (1323 B.C.).
Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs offers glimpses of that evolving period. On display are fifty of Tutankhamun’s burial objects, including his royal diadem — the gold crown discovered encircling the head of his mummified body that he likely wore as king — and one of the gold and precious stone inlaid canopic coffinettes that contained his mummified internal organs.
More than seventy additional objects from tombs of 18th Dynasty royals, as well as several non-royal individuals, are also exhibited. These stone, faience, and wood pieces from burial sites before Tut’s reign give visitors a sense of what the lost burials of other royalty and commoners may have been like.
To Reserve Tickets for Your
Group:
Call Cilecia Foster at 213-763-2135 and mention HEART
of Texas when you call.
Information Flyer pdf available at: http://www.heartoftex.org/downloads/downloads.html
No deposit required to
make a reservation.
$100 Free Gas Card:
If your group is at least 50 miles from
the exhibit (every 40 people including students and
teachers), receive a $100 free gas card.
1 complimentary
chaperone ticket: For every 10 student
tickets purchased
Educators Guide/Lesson
Plans: Available on the website soon at
www.kingtut.org.
To View Exhibit Video:
Click
Here
For an Exhibition
Preview: Click
Here
Family Activities:
Family activities are free with paid admission. No registration is necessary.
Please call 214-922-1822 for more information.
Family Audio Tour:
Join Arturo, the Museum’s family mascot, for an interactive Family Audio Tour. Three fun-filled tours are available for ages 5–11 at the Visitor Services Desk at no charge.
Location: Dallas Museum of Art
1717 North Harwood
Dallas, Texas 75201
Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed Mondays, New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
General Admission:
The general admission fee includes viewing the Museum’s permanent collection and most exhibitions. An audio tour of the permanent collection is included in general admission. Audio tours for adults and families are available.
Members FREE
Adults $10
Senior citizens (65 and over) $7
Students* $5 (with current school ID)
Children under 12 Free
Free on Thursday evenings from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Free on the first Tuesday of each month
Group Discounts (10 more more): Joanne Nichols at 214-922-1222
Or e-mail groupsales@DallasMuseumofArt.org.
For Information: 214-922-1200
To Purchase Advance Tickets: 214-922-1803
For more information about family experiences: 214-922-1822 or e-mail familyexperiences@DallasMuseumofArt.org.
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51. KIMBALL ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS
JUNE 29 – NOVEMBER 2 -- The Impressionists
One of the world’s greatest collections of Impressionist art will be on view this summer!
The loan of about 90 paintings from Chicago’s world-renowned Impressionist collection is possible because of an ambitious reinstallation and expansion project at the Art Institute that includes extensive renovation of the galleries and the construction of a new Modern Wing designed by Renzo Piano—the architect recently chosen by the Kimbell to design its own second building. The Art Institute’s Impressionist collection has never before left Chicago in such a large group, and it will be shown exclusively at the Kimbell.
The Impressionists: Master Paintings from the Art Institute of Chicago will be a feast for the eyes more sumptuous than even the great Barnes Collection exhibition, seen at the Kimbell in 1994. It features masterpieces of painting by the world’s most beloved artists, including Édouard Manet, Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, Paul Gauguin, Vincent van Gogh, and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec—a succession of geniuses who, through a miracle of history, worked largely in the same country and within the span of a single lifetime. They were painters of modern life who created a more complete and delightful picture of the world in which they lived than any artists before them or since. Carried forward by the so-called “Post-Impressionists”—represented in the exhibition by masterpieces by Cézanne, Van Gogh, and Gauguin—the Impressionist movement fostered breathtakingly original pictorial idioms that ushered in the progressive art of the 20th century.
The exhibition will bring to Fort Worth works that have come to define the Impressionist achievement—paintings that will be familiar even to those who have never visited the Art Institute since they have been so widely disseminated through reproductions.
They include Paris Street; Rainy Day (1877) by Gustave Caillebotte; 7 Cézannes, including Madame Cézanne in a Yellow Chair (1893/95) and The Bathers (1899/1904); 6 works by Degas, including Yellow Dancers (In the Wings) (1874/76) and The Millinery Shop (1884/90); 7 Gauguins, including The Arlésiennes (1888) and The Ancestors of Tehamana (1893); 5 Van Goghs, including Self-Portrait (1887) and The Bedroom (1889); 7 Manets, including The Races at Longchamp (1866) and Woman Reading (1878/79); 26 Monets, including 6 paintings of wheatstacks, 4 of London, and 3 of water lilies; 12 Renoirs, including Lunch at the Restaurant Fournaise (1875), Acrobats at the Cirque Fernando (1879), and Two Sisters (On the Terrace) (1881); and 3 Toulouse-Lautrecs, including Moulin de la Galette (1889).
To Learn More About this Exhibit: https://www.kimbellart.org/Exhibitions/Exhibition-Details.aspx?eid=54
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
Pictures and Pages (Ages 4-6)
Cost: FREE -- Maximum 2 children per adult
Details: Museum learning begins early with this free program for preschoolers (ages 4–6) and their adult partners.
Popular children’s books inspire group conversations and simple art activities.
Advanced registration is required and space is limited.
To Register: 817-332-8451, ext. 297.
AUGUST 5 -- Come Look with Me: The Artist at Work, from the Bank Street College of Education
Time: 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Location: Kimball Art Museum
3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard
Fort Worth, Texas 76107-2792
817-332-8451
Metro: 817-654-1034
Fax: 817-877-1264
Hours: Mondays – Closed
Tuesdays–Thursdays, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Fridays, noon–8 p.m.
Saturdays, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sundays, noon–5 p.m.
Closed New Year's Day, the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
Admission to This Special Exhibit:
$14 for adults
$12 for seniors age 60 and over and students with ID
$10 for children between 6 and 11.
Children under 6 are free, as are Museum Members.
An Acoustiguide audio tour is included in the ticket price.
Members may purchase an audio tour for $3.
Half-Off Admission: Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Fridays from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
(not applicable for Member audio tours).
Admission to the Museum’s permanent collection is always free.
There is a charge for special exhibitions.
Half-price exhibition admission is offered on Tuesdays (all day) and on Fridays from 5–8 p.m.
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52. MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE
MAY 24 - SEPTEMBER 1 -- Eyes On Earth (Traveling Exhibit)
Far beyond the atmosphere of Earth, at orbits ranging from 180 to over 22,000 miles above sea level, circle the satellites of the Earth Observing System (EOS), NASA’s primary satellite mission. This small group of man-made scientific observers is constantly scanning our planet--tracking weather, monitoring pollution, creating maps, and gathering information that helps scientists predict storms, monitor forest fires, and study the holes in the ozone layer.
EYES ON EARTH is a new, highly interactive science exhibition that focuses on the EOS and examines how satellite observations are made and what we can learn about the Earth using space technology. Designed primarily for families and school groups (upper elementary through adults), visitors learn what a satellite is, discover the different types of orbits, and explore cutting-edge technology similar to that used by EOS scientists.
EYES ON EARTH brings these concepts “down to earth” through a combination of fun, accessible interactives in a playful and “spacey” environment. The exhibit explores the basics of satellites, orbits, and satellite technology.
For More Information About The Eyes on Earth Exhibit: Click Here
PLANETARIUM SHOWS:
MAY 24 - SEPTEMBER 1 -- Seven Wonders
MAY 24 - SEPTEMBER 1 -- Wonders of the Universe
For Planetarium Show Schedule: Click Here
ONLINE Exhibits - Journey to Alaska
Dr. Tony Fiorillo explores Alaska
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/alaska/default.asp
ONSITE Exhibits:
Ancient Microworlds
Applied science collides with the visual arts in the high-tech practice of macrophotography
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/ancient_microworlds.asp
Lagoon Nature Walk
Explore the Leonhardt Lagoon Nature Walk
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/lagoon.asp
Paleontology Lab
See fossils brought back from the field for preparation
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/paleolab.asp
Ice Age Dallas
Fossils from the last Ice Age
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/ice_age_dallas.asp
Ocean Dallas
See ocean creatures that once swam near Dallas
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/ocean_dallas.asp
Texas Dinosaurs
Life and death in the Big Bend examines dinosaurs that once lived in Texas
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/texas_dinos.asp
Wildlife Dioramas
View the Museums four distinct wildlife diorama halls
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/dioramas.asp
Dental Gallery
Come learn about dental health
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/dental.asp
Little Urban Farm
Vividly illustrate to children and families the crucial role that farms play in all our lives
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/farm.asp
NetWorks: The World of Digital Communication
Take a virtual ride through a network
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/networks.asp
Astronomy & Space
Visit the only public planetarium in Dallas County.
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/space.asp
Disaster Zone
Explore natural disasters that from time to time visit us in Texas: tornadoes, ice storms, flash floods, earthquakes, wildfires, lightning, and hail.
http://www.natureandscience.org/exhibits/disaster_zone.asp
Museum Information:
The Museum of Nature & Science consists of several buildings all located in Fair Park, Dallas. The Nature Building is located at 3535 Grand Avenue, the Science Building is located at 1318 South Second Avenue and the Planetarium Building is located at 1620 First Avenue.
Location: 535 Grand Avenue and 1318 S. 2nd Avenue in Fair Park
Phone: 214-428-5555
Email: info@natureandscience.org
Hours and Admission:
All buildings: 10am-5pm Monday-Saturday, Noon-5pm Sunday
(In the event of inclement weather, please call 214-421-3466 ext. 382)
Admission Pricing: www.natureandscience.org/information/admission.asp
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53. FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & HISTORY
While the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History builds for the future, you’ll find some of our interactive exhibits on the lower level of the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame next door. The Omni Theater is under renovation and will reopen in late spring 2008. The Noble Planetarium will reopen with a state-of-the-art facility in fall 2009.
Admission:
$8 for adults
$7 for children (3-12) and seniors (60+)
Admission to ExploraZone and all National Cowgirl Museum exhibits is one price and free for all Museum members
EXPLORAZONE EXHIBITS
THROUGH MAY 26 -- “Seeing”
Grades: 3-12; Systems; Psychology
Seeing is believing, or is it? Investigate the phenomena of perception and learn why seeing may be believing for some of us, even though we can’t always believe what we see. Seeing questions our notion of objective reality; provides insights into how the eye and brain function together; and determines what we see or think we see. The exhibit is the latest installment from San Francisco’s Exploratorium.
For More Information: http://www.fortworthmuseum.org/exhibits/explorazone_OIC07.html
Dinosaur Roundup
Explore our prehistoric past in Dinosaur roundup at the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, our temporary home during construction. Meet some of North Texas' earliest inhabitants, play the role of a junior paleontologist and have some Cretaceous fun.
COMING FALL 2009: CSI: The Experience
Imagine entering a crime scene and being the one responsible for noticing and collecting every trace of evidence. The pressure is on: you know the analysis of your evidence must be scientifically sound to crack the case. You've seen the hit television crime drama, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation on CBS. Now, there's a forensic science exhibit related to the TV show, as well as a Web-based learning adventure.
CSI: The Experience is a completely immersive exhibit that invites visitors to enter "crime" scenes where they identify and record evidence. It takes them inside "laboratories" for scientific testing and to "autopsy" rooms for pathology analysis. Then it returns them to the "office" to build their case, based on the scientific evidence. The exhibit brings to life real scientific principles and the most advanced scientific techniques used today by crime scene investigators and forensic scientists.
From DNA and firearms analysis to forensic anthropology and toxicology, visitors will be immersed in hands-on science in an exciting multi-media environment with dazzling special effects direct from the CSI TV series. Cast members from the TV show welcome guests into the exhibit from a large video monitor, lead them through the experience, and praise them for a job well done at the end. The exhibit is geared toward adults and youth ages 12 and above.
CSI Exhibit Walk-Through: Click Here
CSI Family Guide: Click Here to download the "Family Forensics" educational guide. (Spanish Version, 4.1 MB.) This full color brochure provides springboard topics and experiments to enjoy together. Discuss important skills that are essential to Crime Scene Investigators and add to your knowledge with additional interesting details.
• Test your power of observation.
• Solve logistical riddles.
• Experiment with blood spatter, using our recipe for fake blood.
• Learn about telltale fingerprint details and examine your own with this informative guide.
With broad appeal for many ages, this guide is excellent for expanding the learning and the fun.
FREE FAMILY FRIDAYS (last Friday of the month)
AUGUST 29
SEPTEMBER 26
NOVEMBER 28
DECEMBER 26
Time: 3- 7 p.m.
Receive FREE exhibit admission from 3 to 7 p.m. on the last Friday of every month. While the Museum of Science and History builds for the future, you’ll find many of your favorite exhibits on the lower level of the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame.
Free Family Fridays include admission to both museum experiences:
* Celebrate the Cowgirl Experience – activities and exhibits that capture the extraordinary courage and pioneer spirit of the American West.
* Explore exhibits from the Museum of Science and History – ExploraZone, KIDSPACE and a new Hands On Studio.
* Check out plans for the Museum of Science and History’s new campus in the Preview Center.
Bring the entire family! You’ll discover fun, exploration and learning for all ages.
Free Family Fridays does not include free admission to the Omni Theater (reopening summer 2008).
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54. NASHER SCULPTURE CENTER
SEPTEMBER 6 - Inspiration Set Free
Admission: Free from 10am - 2pm
BIG IDEA: Balance
Art Scavenger Hunt, 10 am – 2 pm
Children’s Art Activity, 10 am – 12 noon
Art in Action Sculpture Demo, 10 am – 12:30 pm
Family Tours, Hourly from 10:15 am – 12:15 pm
Yoga in the Garden, 11:30 am
Storytime with the Dallas Public Library, 12:30 pm
NasherKids Live!, 1 pm
Featuring Moussa Diabate Griot, Choreographer, Dancer, Drummer and Balafon Player
NasherKids Meal Available at Nasher Cafe, 11 am – 2 pm
Location: Dallas Arts District
2001 Flora Street
214-242-5100
www.nashersculpturecenter.org
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55. SHOWS AT THE DALLAS IMAX THEATER - MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & NATURE
Pulse: A STOMP Odyssey – MAY 24 - SEPTEMBER 2
This summer feel the Pulse: A STOMP Odyssey! From the creators of the critically-acclaimed and internationally-celebrated off-Broadway sensation, STOMP, comes the new percussion-centered IMAX® experience that allows audience members to explore a world of rhythm as the spectacular large-format film follows the beat from culture to culture and around the globe.
From Brazil to Brooklyn and California to Calcutta, Pulse: A Stomp Odyssey searches out and explores various manifestations of sound from societies with different histories and traditions while providing the audience with a chance to note the common traits woven through each. Unlike many documentaries, this 40-minute film requires no narration from academics or celebrities, simply using captions where appropriate. The result is an experience that has been referred to as comparable to actually being on location when these various individuals and groups are performing their art.
To Watch the Trailer: www.pulsethemovie.com/
Roving Mars – MAY 24 - SEPTEMBER 2
Action. Drama. Anticipation. Exultation. Experience it all as you join the Mars rovers Spirit and Opportunity for an awe-inspiring journey to the surface of the mysterious red planet. Through the eyes of these two intrepid, state-of-the-art rovers, and with NASA scientists and engineers at your side, you'll see Mars in a way no one ever has before. You'll feel what it's like to stand on the starting surface of the planet that's intrigued mankind for eons. Roving Mars – It's the ride of a lifetime. Presented locally by Lockheed Martin and The University of Texas at Dallas.
To Watch the Trailer: disney.go.com/disneyvideos/liveaction/rovingmars/
For more Info and to Purchase Tickets: www.natureandscience.org/imax/default.asp
For Showtimes: http://www.natureandscience.org/imax/imax_showtimes.asp
Online Tickets: https://emuseum.natureandscience.org/GeneralAdmission.aspx
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56. SHOWS AT THE FORT WORTH OMNI THEATER - MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & HISTORY
The Omni Theater is currently undergoing renovation while the Museum builds its new campus. The Theater will reopen in late Spring 2008 with digital sound system, improved facilities, and all-new Imax adventures.
GIVE YOUR INPUT ON FUTURE OMNI FILMS!
We’d like to know which IMAX films you’d most like to see on our Omni Theater’s giant screen in the future. You’re invited to take a quick online survey and give us feedback on some current and in-production films. To take the survey go here now or access the survey from our Omni Theater Web page. One response per person, please. Click Here to take the Survey
Deep Sea – Opening Summer 2008
Dive in this spring when Deep Sea debuts at the Omni Theater, an IMAX dome at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. Through the magic of IMAX technology, audiences will be transported below the ocean surface to swim with some of the planet’s most unique, dangerous and colorful creatures, from the unusual Wolf Eel to the Giant Pacific Octopus.
Deep Sea brings moviegoers face to face with these underwater inhabitants to witness their peculiar and amazing behavior as they rely on one another for survival. It is directed by world-renowned underwater cinematographer, Howard Hall, produced by Toni Myers and Michele Hall, executive produced by Graeme Ferguson and narrated by Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet, with an original score by Danny Elfman.
For more information about Deep Sea: www.imax.com/deepsea
Dinosaurs Alive – Opening Summer 2008
Dinosaurs Alive brings dinosaurs, their behaviors and their ancient environments to life on screen as never before seen—juxtaposing stunningly realistic and scientifically accurate computer generated imagery (CGI) with intriguing 1920s documentary footage, dramatic new scenes of real fossils and current dinosaur hunting expeditions. Using state-of-the-art techniques, the filmmakers have created an array of amazingly life-like creatures based on the latest fossil evidence so that audiences can experience these creatures on the giant screen.
For more information about Dinosaurs Alive!: www.dinosalive.com
Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs – Opening Late Summer 2008
Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs unravels some of the mysteries enshrouding the ancient royal mummies; how they were embalmed and where they were hidden; and also recreates the dramatic story of their recovery. It’s an Indiana Jones-type tale of tomb-raiders and hidden treasure that led to one of the most significant archaeological finds in modern history.
Mummies takes viewers on a journey back thousands of years, to the age of the great pharaohs, to explore why mummification was so vital to ancient Egyptian life. Surprisingly, the techniques and ingredients used for mummifying have only been pieced together in the last 15 years, after a 2,000-year memory lapse. The film then leaps ahead to the 1800s, when Mummies dramatically recreates the incredible events surrounding the late 19th century discovery of a cache of 40 royal mummies, including 12 Kings of Egypt, in a single tomb. Among them were three of the greatest pharaohs that ever lived: the legendary Rameses the Great—considered to be the pharaoh of the Exodus and perhaps the only face the world can see from the Bible—his father Seti I, and his son. Prior to that, not even one pharaoh had ever been found. Believed by many to be the ultimate archaeological find, it was uncovered a full four decades before Howard Carter found the intact tomb of the boy-king, Tutankhamen.
Interwoven throughout the film’s historic narrative is a modern-day forensic story, a scientific journey to extract clues about our past that could have an impact on our future. More than a decade ago, Dr. Brier and a colleague used the clues he had assembled to perform the first human mummification in the Egyptian style since the time of the pharaohs. Now, in the film, he and a DNA specialist check in on the progress of that modern mummy and conduct key genetic testing. The forensic aspect of the film includes a scientific first—a discovery that could help researchers understand how ancient diseases have evolved into modern-day counterparts. Perhaps the DNA held in mummies like Rameses will be able to help to cure people today.
For more information about Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs: http://www.mummiesfilm.com/
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57. PROGRAMS AT LOG CABIN VILLAGE
Location: 2100 Log Cabin Village Lane
Fort Worth, TX
817-392-5881
Log Cabin Village will be closed for maintentance AUGUST 25 - SEPTEMBER 8
For More Information: www.logcabinvillage.org
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58. DALLAS HERITAGE VILLAGE
SECOND AND FOURTH WEDNESDAYS IN SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, MARCH, APRIL, MAY
Nip & Tuck's Barnyard Buddies Storytime
Stories, Music and Hands-On Activities for Preschoolers
Time: 10:30 a.m
Cost: Non-members: $5/child – includes admission to Dallas Heritage Village before or after program.
Tickets can be purchased at the gate.
Details: Join us this spring in the barn behind Millermore for storytime. Hear a story or two and make a craft with your child. All in the only historic village in Dallas!
The theme for March is: Great Growings
Book: We'll be reading The Reason for a Flower by Ruth Heller and Growing Vegetable Soup by Lois Elhert.
RSVP: By calling 214-413-3674 or e-mail us.
For More Information: http://www.dallasheritagevillage.org/Event_Detail.aspx?EID=194
FOR MORE INFORMATION: 214-413-3674 or reservations@dallasheritagevillage.org
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59. STAR PARTIES at FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY
Have you ever seen the rings of Saturn? Have you ever wanted to view the moons of Jupiter? Have you been dazzled by a star cluster? Are you in the market for a telescope and don't know where to start? This and more can be discovered every month outside the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History during the free monthly telescope observing. The star gazing events are held every month on area north of the Museum on the Saturday nearest the first quarter moon, weather permitting. They are presented by the Noble Planetarium staff and members of the Fort Worth Astronomical Society.
The Noble Planetarium is under construction, but you can still gaze at the stars and learn about the night sky during our free monthly Star Parties.
SEPTEMBER 6
OCTOBER 4
Time: Dusk – 11 p.m.
Cost: FREE and open to the public
Location: Join us on the north parking lot to view the night sky through telescopes provided by the Noble Planetarium and the Fort Worth Astronomical Society.
For more information: Contact Linda Krouse at 817-255-9409
http://fortworthmuseum.org/noble/parties.html
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60. HOMESCHOOL SWIM-- The Colony Aquatic Park
Elise is looking for feedback on what days/times will work for the fall.
Looking at 11 - 12 M-F
Microfamily: $60 (2-3 members) for 4 months
Family (4+): $80 for 4 months
September through December
For More Information: Elise Knox 972-624-2225
Swim@TCPARD.Com
www.TCpard.com
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61. DALLAS THUNDER HOME SCHOOL BASKETBALL
Contact: David Parker at 972-475-3946 or jsjparker@sbcglobal.net
Dallas Thunder is a home school competitive basketball organization. For our 2008/09 season, we plan to have boys and girls teams ranging in ages from 12 and under through 18 and under.
Dallas Thunder offers:
Christ-centered, competitive Basketball for Home schooled boys and girls
Experienced, Professional Coaches.
The opportunity to play top public and private schools in the area
Participation in the National Christian Homeschool Basketball Tournament.
For more information: Robert Glaess at (972) 636-7299
David Parker at (972) 475-3946
Website: www.dallasthunder.org
To view their Game Schedule: http://www.dallasthunder.org/custpage.php?cid=18519
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62. ELITE TRACK CLUB/CROSS COUNTRY PROGRAM
Over hill & dale to Kansas we go… all the way to the finish line.
We’re ready for another year of off-road fun. With more than 20 years of coaching experience at all levels and ages from 6-21, I feel confident in getting any runner ready for the trials of cross country running. With personal bests of 9:06 (2M), 14:32 (5k), & 30:10 (10k), along with all-state & all-conference awards in high school and college, I have the personal experience of being a top-level runner as well.
My goal this season is to provide an opportunity to run @ the fabled Rim Rock Farm (http://rimrockfarm.net/) in Lawrence, Kansas. The USA Track & Field National Jr. Olympic XC Meet will be there on December 8th, & I’d like to help as many local XC athletes as possible have this nearly once-in-a-lifetime experience that I had back in 1987 as a senior @ UTA. This is true cross country!
For More Information: Contact Calvin McGill at calmcgill@yahoo.com
817-800-3922
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63. HOME SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
The Home School Athletic Association is a Christian-based organization providing athletics forhomeschoolers through volunteer home school parent. They provide various programs including football, baseball, volleyball, soccer, and basketball for high school and middle school home schoolers.
Wanted: Baseball Players!!
If you are a home schooled baseball player, HSAA (Home School Athletic Association) has been providing home schoolers the opportunity to play school ball since 1995.
We are looking for players at the middle school thru varsity levels for the 2008-2009 school year.
Need Help Organizing a Team?
If you have elementary school boys interested in playing baseball with other home school boys, we would be interested in helping you organize a team for your age group. Please feel free to contact Ken Goode at hsaabaseball@yahoo.com.
Contact Information: