Upcoming Texas Events

YEAR 2006 Events

January 2006

Event: SETHSA Geographic Bee
Date: January 6, 2006
Location: Spring (Houston)
10am-1pm Earl Elliot Room, Barbara Bush Library, 6817 Cypresswood, Spring
Students in grades 4 through 8 are eligible to participate.
There will also be a Just for Fun Bee for students not yet in 4th grade. Both bees will be held on the same date.
To get registration forms and an information package call SETHSA at 281-370-8787 and leave your name, address and phone number with the word "geography" or email sethsa@sethsa.org.
Sharpen your skills. Each day 5 new questions will be added here: www.nationalgeographic.com/geobee
SETHSA http://www.sethsa.org

Event: Broadway in Houston - Annie
Date: January 10, 2006
Location: Houston
8pm
Group sales night for homeschoolers to see the award wining show Annie. This is an opportunity for homeschoolers to get tickets at a discount.
Performance takes place at Hobby Center in Houston.
Thanks for the orders, 65 tickets sold! Order soon for Dora.
Broadway in Houston ORDER Information

Event: FEAST Geography Bee
Date: January 11, 2006
Location: San Antonio
25 Burwood, San Antonio
1pm
Registration deadline, December 16, 2005
The Geography Bee is a nationwide contest/outreach program designed to encourage the study of geography in it's broadest sense. Children grades 4-8 have fun as they answer random questions that span the globe. Winners will compete on three levels, school (FEAST), state, and national, with prizes up to $100,000! The fee is only $5.00 per participant so get all your children ready for this valuable experience. Register at FEAST anytime starting in November. The FEAST Bookstore carries loads of study materials to assist you in preparing your children for the Bee. If you have any questions call Rebecca Miller (210) 342-4674 ext. 71.
Family Educators Alliance of South Texas (FEAST)
http://www.homeschoolfeast.com/

Event: NTHEN Winter Conference
Date: January 20-21, 2006
Location: Grapevine (DFW)
Friday 3:30 pm - 9 pm and Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 South Main Street, Grapevine, TX
Pre-register by Jan 7, 2006: Adults $5, Children (ages 2-17) $3
Keynote speaker: Dr Thomas Sharp: "The Truth About Dinosaurs".
NTHEN - North Texas Home Educators Network
http://www.nthen.org

Event: Science Fair Workshop
Date: January 21, 2006
Location: Tomball (Houston)
Tomball Community College, Tomball
8:30am-1:30pm
$10 per family to cover hand-outs and expenses. For students K-12 and their parents to attend together to learn how to prepare for science fairs.
optional lunch of pizza and drink for $5 per person.
Topics include: Pick a Perfect Project, Ready, Set, Wait, what am I doing?, Bored with your Board? Please make other arrangments for younger children, nursing babies welcome.
Questions and registration information
Northside Science Fair
http://www.geocities.com/northsidesciencefair/

Event: Smuckers Stars on Ice - Homeschool Discount
Date: January 22, 2006
Location: Houston
Toyota Center
Saturday, January 22, 2006 at 4pm
Join in the excitement as the Emmy Award-winning Smucker's Stars on Ice Tour begins its 20th Anniversary Celebration!
Group Discount Prices:
- $35, $15
Order Deadline January 12, 2006, Tickets On Sale NOW!
Buy your tickets early to guarantee great seats!!!!!
To order contact Tiffany Hill at 713-758-7577
Smuckers Stars on Ice Order Information.
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Event: Evenings for Educators at MFAH
Date: January 25, 2006
Location: Houston
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Graffiti Poet and Painter - Jean-Michel Basquiat
Active as an artist while a teenager and world-famous by twenty-three, Basquiat was a friend of Andy Warhol and part of the New York art scene in the 1980s early hip-hop era. Though he died before thirty, discover how this diverse creative talent became a cultural hero to younger artists.
Attention high school art teachers!
Bring your most enthusiastic art students to join us for this special Evenings for Educators. Sessions will be designed to appeal to both teachers and high school students.
Educators attending receive an illustrated teacher packet and a certificate of participation. Refreshments are provided. Registration is $5 and pre-registration is not required.
For more information, call 713-639-7590 or e-mail schools@mfah.org
The Museum of Fine Arts (Houston)
http://mfah.org/

Event: Texas Home School State Basketball Championships
Date: January 26-28 and February 9-11, 2006
Location: San Antonio
FEAST
25 Burwood, San Antonio
January 26-28-all Girls divisions and the Boys 16 and Under Division
February 9-11-Boys 14 and Under and Boys 18 and Under Divisions
These tournaments are a perennial source of fun, fellowship and great basketball. This year there is even more reason for you and your family to attend -- admission into the games will be free for everyone! Plus, concessions will be available thanks to Patriot Softball, with all proceeds benefiting their program.
Pulling off an event like this requires plenty of volunteer help. We're looking for folks who enjoy the game of basketball and can help us make our guests feel welcomed. If you are interested in volunteering or have questions concerning the tournaments, please contact Tournament Directors Robert and Stacy Sanchez sapatriotsbball@aol.com
Family Educators Alliance of South Texas (FEAST)
http://www.homeschoolfeast.com/

Event: SETHSA Winter Conference
Date: January 27-28, 2006
Location: Houston
Christchurch Baptist Fellowship
12501 Champion Forest Drive, Houston, TX 77066
New Northside location! (FM 1960/Champion Forest)
There will be workshops for both the new and the veteran homeschooler to inform and reignite your passion for educating your children. Ideal for those looking for encouragement and refreshment after the holidays, or for new homeschoolers just starting out.
Guest speakers include author James McDonald (Homeschooling Today) and Valerie Bendt (How to Create Your Own Unit Study)
Register at the door, $15 per person, $20 per couple, $5 per child (3-17 years)
Friday 6:30pm-9:30pm, Saturday 8:30am-5:30pm
SETHSA - Southeast Texas Home School Assn
http://www.sethsa.org

Event: 2006 CHEACT Academic Fair
Date: January 27, 2006
Location: Austin
3:30pm - 9pm
Hillcrest Baptist Church 3838 Steck Ave., Austin,
The 2006 CHEACT Science and Art Fairs have a new format and a NEW name. The CHEACT Academic Fair now contains five events in one venue. The Science, Art, History, and Math Fairs have integrated and added a Spelling Bee to create a new showcase of academics and scholarship. We are happy to present these exciting events that will help your children demonstrate some of their outstanding work and achievements.
We would also like to invite the homeschool community to attend the public viewing of the exhibits from 7:30pm - 9:00pm. They are also invited to the Spelling Bee preliminary sessions starting at 5:00pm.
For registration for the Academic Fair or the Spelling Bee, visit the Standards of Excellence website:
http://www.txsoe.com/
CHEACT - Christian Home Education Association of Central Texas
www.cheact.org/

Event: Carole Joy Seid seminar
Date: January 28, 2006
Location: Houston
Christ The King Presbyterian Church at
Houston Community College Southwest Campus
5601 West Loop South, Houston TX
Houston Community College is just South of the Galleria on West Loop South.
9:30am-5pm
"Begin With The end in mind"
Cost is $45 advance registration postmarked by January 13th or $53 at the door.
Feel free to bring your own bag lunch to allow opportunity for visiting
For a registration form or more information, go to
http://www.carolejoyseid.com/

Event: North Texas District Homeschoolers' Science Fair
Date: January 28, 2006
Location: Plano (DFW)
8:30am-12:30pm
Collin County Community College-Spring Creek Campus
2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX 75074
Map: http://www.ccccd.edu/campuses/SCC/index.html
Home-educated students in Grades 3 through 12 who live in Collin, Dallas, Grayson, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, or Rockwall counties during the 2005/2006 School Year may enter.
Early registration deadline: December 12, 2005 - $15. fees increase by $5 if postmarked after 12/12/05.
Registration closed: January 9, 2006
At least two Junior and two Senior Division winners will be eligible to advance to the regional science fair in Dallas in March 2006: www.dallassciencefair.org/
For further infomation about this homeschool science fair, please visit their website:
Home Educators' Science Partnership
http://www.hesp.org/

February 2006

Event: FEAST Spelling Bee
Date: February 1, 2006
Location: San Antonio
25 Burwood, San Antonio
1pm
Registration deadline, January 13, 2006
Students that are 2nd – 8th grade or have not reached their 14th birthday before the Spelling Bee are qualified to compete. FEAST has two divisions. Division 1 is for 9 years and under and the winner does not go to regional competition, however the winner does receive a first place medal. Division 2 is for ages 7 through 14. The winner of this division receives a first place medal and goes on to compete in the Express-News regional competition to be held at the University of the Incarnate Word Convocation Center on Saturday April 1, 2006.
The registration fee to compete in the FEAST Spelling Bee is $5.00 per participant and $1.50 for the “Paideia” spelling study book. “Paideia” spelling study books and registration forms are available in the FEAST Bookstore. For more information contact Estela Frias at 342-4674 ext. 59.
Family Educators Alliance of South Texas (FEAST)
http://www.homeschoolfeast.com/

Event: Harlem Globetrotters Homeschool Discount
Date: February 10 and 11, 2006
Location: Houston
Toyota Center
Lower Level Seating Available! Order Early for Best Seats!
Group Discount Prices:
Friday at 7pm - $25, $18, $10
Saturday at 1:30pm -$27, $20, $12
To order contact Tiffany Hill at 713-758-7577
Harlem Globetrotters Order Information.
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Event: Broadway in Houston - Dora the Explorer
Date: February 11, 2006
Location: Houston
11am and 2pm
Group sales discount for homeschoolers to see a new musical Dora the Explorer: Dora's Pirate Adventure. Choice of two performance times. This is an opportunity for homeschoolers to get tickets at a discount.
Performance takes place at Hobby Center in Houston.
Order soon! Thanks for the Annie orders, 65 seats sold.
Broadway in Houston ORDER Information

Event: Homeschool Day at Bob Bullock Texas History Museum
Date: February 14, 2006
Location: Austin
Bob Bullock Museum
10am - 3pm
On Home School Day, families will have the opportunity to receive the discounted school group rates. One adult per family will receive the teacher rate and any additional adults will receive the chaperone rate.
To make reservations, call 512-936-4649 or toll free 866-369-7108.
For further information includes pricing options see:
http://www.thestoryoftexas.com/education/home_school_day.html
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
http://www.thestoryoftexas.com

Event: NBA Jam Session - Homeschool Discount
Date: February 16-20, 2006
Location: Houston
George R. Brown Convention Center
(Exact dates and times will be subject to availability)
The world’s largest interactive basketball theme park featuring over 350,000 square feet of non-stop NBA All-Star entertainment.
Group Discount Prices:
- Adults: $15, Kids (3-12) $10
Tickets On Sale NOW!
Buy your tickets early to guarantee great seats!!!!!
To order contact Tiffany Hill at 713-758-7577
NBA Jam Session Order Information.
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Event: Homeschool Day at Space Center Houston
Date: February 17, 2006
Location: Clear Lake (Houston)
Only Date in 2006.
9 am- 5pm hours for Homeschool Day general admission.
Don't miss these Special Educational Opportunities
Spacesuit Demonstrations, NASA's Educator Resource Center Presentations, Giant Screen Presentations, Inside the International Space Station, NASA Tram Tours
For further information Call: 281-244-2164 email e-mail edprograms@spacecenter.orgor visit this website
http://www.spacecenter.org/homeschool.html
Annual Homeschool Overnight for Feb 16th, included special after-hours program, overnight lodging and meals and admission to Homeschool Day the following morning. Must register at least a month ahead of time, space is limited.
For further information Call: 281-244-2164 or visit this website
http://www.spacecenter.org/homeschoolsvo.html

Event: VEX Robotics Competition
Date: February 18, 2006
Location: Arlington (DFW)
location to tba
The FIRST Vex Challenge is a pilot mid-level robotics competition for high-school-aged young people. FIRST is currently piloting the FIRST Vex Challenge to determine how it should be rolled out as an additional FIRST program.
Tournament details will be posted at: http://www.usfirst.org/vex/events/
VEX FAQ
Additional VEX resources:
http://www.usfirst.org/vex/
http://www.vexrobotics.com/
The FIRST Vex Challenge pilot season is made up of six pilot program events and one event at the FIRST Championship.
FIRST Championship in Atlanta, GA - Apr 27-28, 2006
For more about robotics including links to FLL see:
Robotics - http://www.jsoft.com/archive/robotics/

Event: Aggieland Saturday
Date: February 18, 2006
Location: College Station
For high school students considering attending Texas A&M: The Office of Admissions and Records at Texas A&M University invites you to our open house called Aggieland Saturday. Once a year, prospective freshman and transfer students travel to Texas A&M University to experience the spirit of Aggieland. You will participate in a variety of group sessions that will provide you with information about freshman and transfer admissions, financial aid, student services, student organizations, and student traditions. Come and discover why Texas A&M University is one of the top academic institutions in the nation.
For further details, go to the website or call the number below.
http://www.tamu.edu/aggiesaturday/
For more information on Aggieland Saturday, see: http://www.tamu.edu/aggiesaturday/faq.html or contact the Office of Admissions Counseling at (979) 458-0427 or email acmail@admin-rec.tamu.edu.
For special accommodations, please contact the Prospective Student Center at least two weeks before the event.

Event: Austin Catholic Home Educator's Conference
Date: February 18, 2006
Location: Austin
9am-5pm
Saint Thomas More Catholic Church
Parish Activity Center
10205 RR 620
Austin, TX 78726
Speakers include: Steve Kellmeyer is a nationally-known author and lecturer who specializes in showing how theology applies to today's headlines.
check website for updates
Austin Catholic Home Educator's Conference
www.achec.org

Event: Evenings for Educators at MFAH
Date: February 21, 2006
Location: Houston
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
5:30–8:30 p.m.
The Birthplace of American Ranching - Photographs of Texas´ King Ranch
The King Ranch is known worldwide as one of the most prosperous and influential ranches in Texas. In this Evenings for Educators program, visit the King Ranch as you never have before — through thirty years of photographs taken by two female photographers.
Educators attending receive an illustrated teacher packet and a certificate of participation. Refreshments are provided. Registration is $5 and pre-registration is not required.
For more information, call 713-639-7590 or e-mail schools@mfah.org
The Museum of Fine Arts (Houston)
http://mfah.org/

Event: HEP Science and History Project Fair
Date: February 24, 2006
Location: Houston
12701 Fuqua Street, #101, Houston, Tx. 77034
Set up projects: 10am-11am (No projects will be allowed to set up after 11am)
Judging: 11am-12:30pm
(During judging rounds only students and judges will be allowed in the room with the projects.)
Awards will begin at 12:30pm
Entry Fee $10 per project.
Registration Form
For additional information please email HEP (no phone calls please)
HEP - Home Education Partnership of Texas
http://www.homeeducationpartnership.com/

Event: Houston Rockets Homeschool Day
Date: February 24, 2006
Location: Houston
Toyota Center, Houston
Join us for another great Houston Rockets homeschool day on Friday, February 24. Order Now! Lower Level Seating! Order Early for Best Seats.
Rockets ORDER Information
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March 2006

Event: Fort Worth Zoo Homeschool Day
Date: March 2, 2006
Location: Fort Worth
Fort Worth Zoo
The Fort Worth Zoo cordially invites all Home School children and parents to a fun-filled day, Thursday, March 2, 2006. You may pre-purchase your discounted ZOO admission// tickets, lunches and Live Animal Program on or before Monday, February 27, 2006. Discounted Zoo admission ONLY will be available on March 2.
Live Animal Program : We have moved the Live Animal Program to a site within the Zoo for easy access during the day and have added more show times. You MUST pre-purchase your tickets for this program as attendance is by reservation only.
Please refer to the Registration Form on the website for all Live Animal Program times and discounted prices. Pre-purchase your tickets in one of two ways:
By Phone: Call 817/759-7200 to register over the phone. Please have your credit or debit card information available in order to complete your registration.
FAX or Mail: You may download the registration form from the website.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, February 27 will be the last day the zoo will accept and process registrations. If you have any questions, please call the Fort Worth Zoo Education Department at 817/759-7200. We are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. We are closed on Sunday.
http://www.fortworthzoo.org/visit/events.html
Fort Worth Zoo
www.fortworthzoo.org

Event: Explore UT Learning Fun Day
Date: March 4, 2006
Location: Austin
11am - 5pm
We want to invite the students (K-12) in your home schools - and their parents - to a day of enrichment activities at the University of Texas at Austin. It's free; no registration.
You can choose from more than 300 activities across the campus.
For more information visit: http://www.utexas.edu/events/exploreut/

Event: TAMU Junior Science Bowl
Date: March 4, 2006
Location: College Station
Texas A&M
For 6th-8th graders
Registration deadline February 23th, for further information see:
http://outreach.science.tamu.edu/juniorbowl.asp

Event: Showcase of Private Schools and Children's Camp
Date: March 4, 2006
Location: Woodlands (Houston)
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
2005 Lake Robbins Drive
The Woodlands, Texas 77380
The 2006 Showcase of Private Schools and Children's Camp is a Free, fun and informational event for families. Over 100 private schools (boarding, special needs, parochial,non-sectarian and independant) and summer camps (both local & nationwide) will have booths with information about their programs and free goodies. There will also be entertainment available for children such as face painting, rock climbing, stilt-making, etc. Thousands of Dollars in Scholarships will be Raffled off at this year's event.
http://www.privateschoolsandcamps.org/faq.htm
Parking (note: do NOT park in Market Square lots)
http://www.woodlandscenter.org/parking_lot_map.htm
Showcase of Private Schools and Children's Camps
http://www.privateschoolsandcamps.org/

Date: March 4-5, 2006
Event: North Texas Earth Science Show
Location: Farmers Branch (DFW)
Ellison Miles Institute at Brookhaven College
3939 Valley View Lane, Farmers Branch, TX
Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5. Free admission
Gems, Jewelry, Minerals and Fossils.
Questions
Dallas Gem and Mineral Society
dallasgemandmineral.org

Event: Texas State Homeschool Baseball Tournament
Date: March 10-11, 2006
Location: Conroe
Barton Park, Conroe, Texas
COME ONE! - COME ALL! Mark your calendars now and don't miss this first-ever Texas State tournament, featuring up to six high school level homeschool baseball teams from the Houston, Dallas, Ft. Worth and San Antonio areas. Come root for your favorite teams as it competes for the Silver Star trophy!
NO ADMISSION FEE!
Full details, map and directions can be found online at:
http://www.northsidebaseball.net/
Sponsored by Northside Baseball Academy.

Event: Cirque de Soleil - Homeschool Discount
Date: March 11, 2006
Location: Houston
Toyota Center
Saturday, March 11, 2006 at 2pm
Since its beginnings in 1984, over 50 million spectators in over a hundred cities on four continents have been thrilled by Cirque du Soleil. DELIRIUM is an urban tale, a state-of-the-art mix of music, dance, theatre, and multimedia. Pumped by this re-energized Cirque du Soleil rhythm, the DELIRIUM tour transports audiences into a universe of delirious sensory folly. Don’t miss your chance to see their first live arena tour!
(limited seats available)
Group Discount Prices:
$125.00 seats are discounted to $112.50
$99.50 seats are discounted to $89.55
$69.50 seats are discounted to $62.55
Order Deadline March 3, 2006, Tickets On Sale NOW!
Buy your tickets early to guarantee great seats!!!!!
To order contact Tiffany Hill at 713-758-7577
Cirque de Soleil Order Information.
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Event: National Homeschool Basketball Tournament
Date: March 14-18, 2006
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Annual National Home School Basketball Tournament and family conference. Space is limited, so register early.
www.homeschoolbasketball.com

Event: Spring Break with the Houston Rockets - Houston v Dallas
Date: March 15, 2006
Location: Houston
Toyota Center, Houston
Whether or not you have a Spring Break or just need a break, join the Rockets for a Texas sized show down when the Rockets take on the Dallas Mavericks. Invite your friends, family, and co-workers for Spring Break discounts with the Houston Rockets. Order Now! Lower Level Seating! Order Early for Best Seats.
Spring Break Rockets ORDER Information
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Event: Austin Science Fun Day
Date: March 25, 2006
Location: Austin
11am - 5pm
Austin area students display their science projects. Project booth displays open for viewing and interation. There will also be interactive booths with free science activities for the whole family and stage presentations by various organizations.
Free parking will be available all day in the UT parking garage on the museum’s north side.
For more information visit: http://www.utexas.edu/tmm/events/asfd/index.html
Texas Memorial Museum at The University of Texas at Austin
http://www.tmm.utexas.edu/

Event: Teen Job Fair
Date: March 25, 2006
Location: Woodlands (N of Houston)
George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX 77382
(936) 442-7728
(south of Woodlands Parkway, across from the new YMCA)
10 a.m. - 12 noon *
For Teens ages 16 years old and up
Presentations by the Texas Workforce Commission and Krogers Human Resources
Meet several area employers in the community room
Light refreshments will be served
Resume workshop follows in the computer lab 12-1
*Applications and information are available throughout the afternoon
The Job Fair will take place from 10am-12 noon in the community room of the library. A representative from the Texas Workforce Commission will speak about their services and a staff person from the Kroger Human Resources department will talk about what employers look for in job applicants. Several employers, including the Community Association of The Woodlands, Splashtown, Walmart, Kroger, McDonalds, The Primrose School, and others, will be also be on-site to meet with teens and to answer their questions. From noon until 1pm, a resume workshop will be given in the computer lab, located on the second floor of the library.
questions? - (936) 442-7728
http://www.countylibrary.org/wws.htm

Event: Goliad Reinactment
Date: March 25-26, 2006
Location: Goliad
21st Annual goliad Massacre - Fort Defiance Living History Program. A recreation of the occupation of the fort by Col. Fannin and the Goliad Massacre. The only event of its kind in the State of Texas.
Saturday: 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Candlelight Tours 7 P.M. to 9 P.M.
Sunday: Following the Massacre Reenactment at 10 A.M., there will be a memorial service and a pilgrimage to the Fannin Memorial, Presidio La Bahia.
Presidio La Bahia
http://www.presidiolabahia.org/calendar.htm
http://www.coastalbendtexas.com/goliadevents.html
http://www.coastalbendtexas.com/goliad.html

Event: Evenings for Educators at MFAH
Date: March 28, 2006
Location: Houston
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Encouraging Genius - Master American Paintings
Broaden your understanding of American art during this spectacular Evenings for Educators program that looks at works of art from the Colonial period through to the twentieth century. Using broad themes, examine some of the most iconic images of American art.
Educators attending receive an illustrated teacher packet and a certificate of participation. Refreshments are provided. Registration is $5 and pre-registration is not required.
For more information, call 713-639-7590 or e-mail schools@mfah.org
The Museum of Fine Arts (Houston)
http://mfah.org/

April 2006

Event: Northside Science Fair
Date: April 1, 2006
Location: Tomball (Houston)
Tomball Community College, Tomball
Our 10th Anniverary!
Open to all homeschoolers K-12 in the greater Houston area.
Our 10th annual fair is set for Saturday, April 1, 2006 at Tomball College in Tomball. Once again savings bonds will be offered to our top winners in each grade division. Sponsorship allowed our Grand Champions to receive $100 bonds and our Reserve Grand Champions to receive $50 bonds this past year.
Students will not only gain knowledge, but be greatly blessed as well for their time and effort. A great way to get them excited about participating.
Registation deadline March 15, 2006, fee $7 per exhibitor, teams limited to 2 students.
See website for updates and registration information
Watch for details on our upcoming workshop to be held on January 21 at Tomball College. The training and curriculum help get both the parent and student prepared to participate.
Questions
Northside Science Fair
http://www.geocities.com/northsidesciencefair/

Event: CHEA / Mansfield Homeschoolers Book Sale
Date: April 1, 2006
Location: Arlington (DFW)
South Oaks Baptist Church 5925 US 287 HWY, Arlington.
1pm-3:30pm
CHEA and the Mansfield Homeschool group are combining resources this year for our used book sale. We have carefully chosen a weekend when other organized home school activities should not interfere, so I hope many of you will be able to participate. The location has changed, but the sale is still free to buyers and sellers of members and non-members. Please tell your friends in other groups to come join us! Table reservations will be made up to the day before (March 30). Hope to see a great turnout this year!
Contact: Sarah Porter 817-561-1822 or Cricket Chisholm 817-468-0375
Mansfield Homeschoolers
http://www.freewebs.com/mansfieldhomeschoolers

Event: El Paso Homeschool Conference
Date: April 6-8, 2006
Location: El Paso
Scotsdale Baptist Church
10015 Lockerbie
El Paso, TX
Co-sponsored by SHN and WECHA
It's that time of the year again when we are holding our annual Homeschooling Conference on the Border!!
The theme for this year is "A Vision for the Future - Where there is no vision the people shall perish."
A used curriculum sale and childcare will be available during the conference time. Registration forms and the information flyer is now available. Download them here and mail the registration form in early.
Keynote Speaker: Debra BellAuthor of "The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling"
SHN - Southwest Homeschooling Network
http://www.elpasohomeschool.com/
WECHA - West El Paso Christian Home School Association
http://www.wecha.org/

Event: Starting the Way Seminar
Date: April 8, 2006
Location: San Antonio
9am - 5pm
University United Methodist Church
5084 De Zavala
San Antonio, Texas
Smoothing the Way presents a seminar for those teaching the very young child (ages two to five)
Veteran homeschooling moms will share with you from their experience working with preschoolers.
Pre-registration is required.
Cost: $50.00 registration fee includes syllabus and lunch. Married couples may attend for $75.00.
No childcare will be provided. Nursing babies are welcome, but please make other arrangements for older children.
http://www.smoothingtheway.com/content/view/4/53/
Questions : contact info@smoothingtheway.com.
Smoothing The Way www.smoothingtheway.com

Event: TAMU Vet School Open House
Date: April 8, 2006
Location: College Station
Texas A&M University
9am - 4pm
Open House is a chance for the College of Veterinary Medicine to reach out to the community to promote and stimulate education about the many aspects of veterinary medicine, public health, and the roles of animals and veterinarians in our society. Educational exhibits in the veterinary school, small animal clinic, and large animal clinic. No one is too old or too young to attend Open House. There is something here for everyone!
http://www.cvm.tamu.edu/openhouse/

Event: Children's Book Sale - Woodlands South Branch
Date: April 8, 2006
Location: Woodlands (N of Houston)
South Regional Library, The Woodlands
(281) 298-9110
http://www.countylibrary.org/sou.htm

Event: Runaway Scrape Reenactment
Date: April 8-9, 2006
Location: Richmond (SW of Houston)
George Ranch
http://www.georgeranch.org/specialevents.htm
Reenactors will bring life to the dire events of Spring 1836, when Santa Anna’s troops’ advanced on the rebellious Texians, the settlers’ fled from the advancing Mexican soldados (or soldiers), and Mexican troops and Texian volunteers fought to the death for Texas’ independence. The Engagement at Thompson’s Ferry will be restaged at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm each day. For more information including admission fees, call 281-343-0218
http://www.georgeranch.org/visit/calendar/
George Ranch Historic State Park
http://www.georgeranch.org/

Event: Home School Science Exploration Day
Date: April 11, 2006
Location: Dallas
9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Students will attend two classes, see a planetarium show - New Horizons, and have free access to all exhibits and galleries. Activities or tours will be provided for parents, as well as take-home materials to extend and expand the science experience.
Cost per student- $19 per day. Adults will pay for the planetarium show. There is no discount for member families.
Ages 4-6: Stargazers, New Horizons, Electric Theater
Ages 7-10: Fire & Ice: States of Matter, New Horizons, Electric Theater
Ages 11-15: Trip to Planet X, New Horizons, Electric Theater
For more information about class offerings or to download a registration form, please visit our website.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. You can also call Reservations at (214) 428-5555 (press 8 to connect) for class information or to register.
The Science Place in Fair Park
http://www.scienceplace.org/

Event: Library Book Sale - Woodlands South Branch
Date: April 20-22, 2006
Location: Woodlands (N of Houston)
South Regional Library, The Woodlands
contact library for sale location information:
(281) 298-9110
Thursday, April 20th, 5-8:30 p.m.; preview night - $5 donation
Friday, April 21st, ; 9am-4:30pm; free admission
Saturday, April 22nd, 9am-3pm; free admission
As in years past, the highlight of Saturday will be the “$1 bag sale.” You can fill a bag with as many books as it will hold and only pay $1. This will begin at 1:30 p.m. and last until the 3:00 p.m. closing. We will even supply the bags.
http://www.countylibrary.org/sou.htm

Event: 2006 Southwest Regional Homeschool Baseball Tournament
Date: April 20-22, 2006
Location: Fort Worth
Integrity Park in Argyle, TX (near Ft. Worth)
Homeschool baseball teams will compete at this regional event. Winners from the Southwest Regional will compete at the 2006 Homeschool World Series.
http://www.hwsa.net/tourney_directors.html
For further information contact HWSA at info@hwsa.net
Homeschool World Series Association
www.hwsa.net

Event: Sam Houston Folk Festival
Date: April 21 - 23, 2006
Location: Huntsville
Sam Houston Museum grounds, Huntsville
Living History presentations, crafts, folk music, games
Historical Production "Gone to Texas" - Saturday
Friday School Day April 21
936-294-1832
http://www.shsu.edu/~smm_www/FolkFestN/

Event: Texas Above Rubies Ladies Retreat
Date: April 21-23, 2006
Location: Spicewood (Austin)
Highland Lake Camp and Conference Center, Spicewood
Retreat Registration information
http://texasrubies.com/registration.html
Texas Above Rubies
http://texasrubies.com/

Event: Robofest Competition
Date: April 22, 2006
Location: Houston
St Matthew Lutheran Church, 21434 East Hardy Rd, Houston, TX 77073
(FM 1960/Hardy Toll Rd area)
Do NOT contact the church directly.
All questions should go to robofest@jsoft.com
Students design, construct and program their robots while learning problem-solving techniques, mathematics, logic, creativity, physics, electronics, mechanics, teamwork, computers and computer programming. Started at Lawrence Tech in 2000, Robofest has grown rapidly.
There will be both a Junior (5th-9th grade) and Senior (9th-12th grade) level competition as well as an exposition (robot dance). We'll need teams, volunteers, judges and sponsors. Students from all over TX are invited to participate. This is currently the only TX Robofest event scheduled.
www.robofest.net
Robofest Houston information: http://www.jsoft.com/ts/robotics/RoboFest/
Robofest 2006 pdf flyer
For more about robotics see:
Robotics - http://www.jsoft.com/archive/robotics/

Event: San Jacinto Festival and Reenactment
Date: April 22, 2006
Location: LaPorte (Houston)
San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site Complex
3523 Highway 134, LaPorte TX
camps open at 10am. Free admission.
A traditional San Jacinto Day ceremony will be conducted at the San Jacinto Monument at 10:30 a.m., followed by a reenactment of the famous 1836 battle, which won Texas's independence from Mexico at 3 p.m. at the San Jacinto Battleground. Cannon and musket fire will fill the air with the sights and sounds of April 21, 1836!
(281) 479-2431.
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/sanjac/battlegrnd.htm
http://www.sanjacinto-museum.org/About_Us/Calendar/
http://earlytexashistory.com/SanJacinto/
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/battlesh/activities.htm

Event: Evenings for Educators at MFAH
Date: April 25, 2006
Location: Houston
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Cross-Cultural Comparisons - Exploring Art from Around the World
Comparing seemingly different works of art from different time periods and parts of the world not only reveals the diversity between cultures and peoples, but highlights the similarities. During this program, travel to all parts of the globe and compare works of art made and used during different time periods.
Educators attending receive an illustrated teacher packet and a certificate of participation. Refreshments are provided. Registration is $5 and pre-registration is not required.
For more information, call 713-639-7590 or e-mail schools@mfah.org
The Museum of Fine Arts (Houston)
http://mfah.org/

Event: Library Book Sale - Conroe Branch
Date: April 27-29, 2006
Location: Conroe (N of Houston)
Central Library, Conroe
104 I-45 North, Conroe, TX 77301
(936) 539-7814
Thursday, April 27th, 5-8:30 p.m.; Members only night. Food, refreshments and silent auction.(silent auction ends at 7:30pm) Donate $5.00 and become a member that night!
Friday, April 28th ; free admission; 9am- 4:30pm
Saturday, April 29th; free admission; 9am- 3pm
http://www.countylibrary.org/cen.htm

Event: Christian Homeschool Prom
Date: April 28, 2006
Location: Dallas
7pm - 1am
"Casablanca.. there will always be Paris"
Downtown Dallas Adam's Mark Hotel in the Grand Hall and Dallas Ballroom
Early Registration $75 per person (Jan 22-Feb 21 or first 275 tickets )
Regular Registration $80 per person (Feb 22-March 21 or second 275 tickets
Late registration $85 per person (March 22-April 11 or last 100 tickets, whichever comes first!!)
The seventh annual Homeschool Prom is open to any homeschooled high school student and one guest. All attendees must be fourteen years of age by September 1, 2005 and in the 9th grade. All former homeschool graduates may attend only as a guest of a current homeschooled high school student.
Hotel rooms are available at discount rates for attendees. Dance lessons are available.
www.christianhomeschoolprom.org

Event: Annual ARCH Homeschool Curriculum Fair
Date: April 28-29, 2006
Location: Houston
University of St. Thomas
3800 Montrose, Jerabeck Athletic Center
(on West Main Street between Graustark and Yoakum)
Houston, TX 77006
A Catholic Fair and Forum!
Bold Catholic Homeschooling...is the theme for the 2006 conference. Our goal for the conference is that our speakers answer questions that you didnt even know you had, view the best of Catholic materials, and network a stronger Catholic community.
Speakers include Laura Berquist and Ginny Seuffert
Please check this site for updates: http://www.arch-homeschool.org/
Book Fair open Friday from 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday from 9am – 4:30pm
ARCH members $5.00 per family
Non ARCH members $15.00 per family, pre-paid before March 28, 2006
Non ARCH members $20.00 per family paid at the door
http://www.arch-homeschool.org/

Event: TACHE 14th ANNUAL USED BOOKSALE
Date: April 29, 2006
Location: Tyler
West Erwin Church of Christ, 420 W. Erwin, Tyler(downtown)
9am-2pm.
Admission: Please bring exact change! Adults: $2.00 ($1 for those who present their TACHE card) Children: free under 18 years of age Sellers: no admission fee
To protect church property, as well as maintain courtesy for others in a crowded shopping environment, children must remain with a parent at all times. All shoppers are expected to abide by the TACHE Standards of Conduct.
Don't forget!!! This is a cash only sale (absolutely no checks)!!! Please bring your money in small increments (quarters, dollars, fives, etc.) This is necessary for the "envelope" check out system that has been implemented.
If you want to sell your books, you must pre-register by April 13, 2006. Instructions for participating as a seller will be mailed back to you, along with your seller number. See fee schedule below.
To pre-register, please:
1. Completely fill out the form below.
2. Enclose the appropriate fee.
10 boxes or less: $4/ TACHE members, $6/ nonmembers
More than 10 boxes: $10 for TACHE members, $12/ non-members
3. Enclose a self-addressed, stamped legal-size envelope.
(If you fail to do this, $1.00 will be charged to your sale proceeds.)
4. Mail by April 3rd to: Janet Baber, Attn: TACHE Book Sale, 5445 FM 344E, Tyler, TX 75703 Be sure your registration is POSTMARKED BY April 3rd! No late registrations will be accepted. Registrations after that date will be returned unopened and you will be unable to participate as a seller this year.
For more information, e-mail TACHEusedbks@juno.com
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Name___________________________________________________________
Phone___________________
Address_________________________________________________________
E-mail_______________________
TACHE member? (circle one) yes no If yes, fee enclosed (circle one) $4.00
$10.00
Non-members (circle one) $6.00 $12.00
Please make checks payable to TACHE
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TACHE - Tyler Area Christian Home Educators
www.tachetexas.org

Event: Gullo Conroe Kidzfest Mini Grand Prix
Date: April 29-30, 2006
Location: Conroe (N of Houston)
Held on the streets of downtown Conroe. Fun for all ages.
Third Annual Gullo Conroe KidzFest admission and all activities are free to the public.
www.conroekidzfest.com

May 2006

Event: Scholastic Warehouse Booksales
Date: May, 2006 tba
Location: various locations - Houston, Waco, Arlington, San Antonio, Lubbock, and Edinburg
Each December and May, Scholastic Warehouses hold special half-price sales to thank educators for their support. Thousands of books for all ages to choose from, all at 50% off.
Please keep in mind that this is a working warehouse so all children must be closely supervised at all times. Strongly recommend keeping small children at home.
To print out pdf flyers for the location nearest you, go here: http://teacher.scholastic.com/fairs/warehouse/index.htm
additional secondary locations at above link.
Scholastic Warehouse 1/2 price booksales
http://www.scholastic.com
- Houston (281)894-8146 - 8270 Willow Place North #100
next door to the Aerodrome near Willowbrook Mall.
- Waco (254) 662-2665
7333 S. IH-35, Exit 328 - just south of Waco on IH-35
- DFW - Arlington
Arlington (817)557-4977
3470 South Watson Road, Arlington 76014
- San Antonio (210)599-8404 4646 Perrin Creek, Suite 200
From Austin and points north:
I-35 S to Randolph Blvd exit, stay on access road far right lane. Turn right at Day's Inn towards Loop 368 to Perrin Creek.
- Lubbock (806)748-0094
1501 South Loop 289, Lubbock
- Edinburg (956)316-1413 (McAllen area)
1710 E Southeast Industrial Dr, Edinburg
Exit for I-281 at Industrial Drive
Dates/Hours for Houston, Waco, Arlington, San Antonio, Lubbock, and Edinburg
tba

Event: HEAD Used Book Sale
Date: May 2, 2006
Location: Garland (Dallas)
Saturn Road Church of Christ 3030 Saturn Rd, Garland 75041
The HEAD Used Book Sale will take the place of our May monthly meeting.
The Sale will start at 6pm for HEAD members and will open to the public at 7pm.
There will be no child care.
Sale ends promptly at 8:30pm. CASH ONLY will the method of payment.
Buyers and Sellers guidelines:
http://www.christianfamilyhead.org/downloads/HEAD_Used_Book_Sale_2006.pdf
Christian Family HEAD
www.christianfamilyhead.org

Event: Scarborough Faire Student Days
Date: May 2-3, 2006
Location: Waxahachie (DFW)
Scarborough Faire Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie south of Dallas has School Days. Two special weekday performances for public, private, and home schools.
9am to 2:30pm.
Student admission is just $6.75. One chaperone is admitted FREE with every 7 paid students. Additional chaperone admissions are only $8.50 each. If purchased at the gate, these tickets will cost $9.50 Student Days is open to school groups only and not to the general public.
Payment must be received by April 15, 2006 to guarantee your reservation.
A Student Days Admission Voucher will be issued upon receipt of payment Student Days admission vouchers are valid only on May May 2 & 3, 2006
Drama competition: This year's play is MacBeth. Space is limited.
Reservations form:
http://www.scarboroughrenfest.com/student/reservation.asp
Scarborough Faire
http://www.scarboroughrenfest.com/index.html

Event: Houston Public Libary Sale
Date: May 5-7, 2006
Location: Houston
George R Brown Convention Center, Houston
Annual Friends Book Sale
Friday, May 5, 2006
4:30pm - 9pm
FIRST PICK! For Members Only - but you can join at the door if you are not yet a member - and get first pick of 90,000 bargain books! Or join the Friends of the Houston Public Library now via the link below.
Saturday, May 6, 2006
9am - 5pm
ALL-DAY BARGAINS! Free general admission. Browse to your heart's content and enjoy amazing savings on books in all categories and on all subjects!
Sunday, May 7, 2006
12 noon - 4pm
LAST CHANCE SALE! All remaining books sold at $10.00 per bag of books (bags provided)! Free general admission, so come one, come all!
www.friendsofhpl.org/2006booksaleFAQ.htm
www.friendsofhpl.org/booksales.htm
www.hpl.lib.tx.us/hpl/
www.friendsofhpl.org

Event: CHEACT Used Book Sale
Date: May 9, 2006
Location: Austin
Annual Used Curriculum Sale
Great Hills Baptist Church
Education Building (Atrium), Jollyville Road
Vendor Set-up/Shop 4 -- 5 pm Doors Open 5 -- 8 pm
If you would like to be a vendor (sell your used items), you may rent a table for the following fees:
$5 per 6' table - (CHEACT members)
$7 per 6' table - (non-CHEACT members)
Register via email Lora Maeurer
Registration and Payment Deadline for Vendors: May 2
CHEACT - Christian Home Education Association of Central Texas
www.cheact.org

Event: Six Flags Arlington Homeschool Day
Date: May 11, 2006
Location: Arlington (DFW)
11am - 6pm
Park open exclusively for Home Schoolers and their families.
Tickets are half price, at $21.49 each, plus tax if purchased by April 27. Hours that day are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. And you can use your season pass! Main Park number: 817-607-6150
For more information contact 817-530-6050
Six Flags Over Texas - Arlington
http://www.sixflags.com/parks/overtexas/

Event: Homeschool INFORMATION NIGHT
Date: May 11, 2006
Location: Woodlands (Houston)
6:30pm - 9pm
Woodlands United Methodist Church
2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, Fellowship Hall.
(just west of Grogan's Mill Dr and The Woodlands Mall)
The Woodlands TX 77380
Homeschool INFORMATION NIGHT
(formerly, Curriculum Share)
Find out about the classes and groups offered in this area. You will be able to meet teachers and leaders who are serving Woodlands-area homeschoolers. If you know anyone who is considering homeschooling, this is definitely for them as well! Homewood sponsors this event each year as a service to homeschoolers and to those who serve the homeschooling community. We will provide refreshments and an excellent opportunity to make those vital connections.
If you must bring children, please closely supervise them at all times!
If you or someone you know would like to have a table at Info. Night,contact Kathy Romain.
Homewood Christian Association
http://www.homewoodchristianassociation.com/

Event: Arlington Book Fair
Date: May 12-13, 2006
Location: Arlington (DFW)
Arlington Convention Center
22nd Annual Fair. One of the largest book fairs in Texas.
Shop for books, attend workshops, meet other homeschoolers, be encouraged.
Check website for updates. Pre-register by April 14th and save.
Hearth & Home Ministries
http://www.homeschoolbookfair.org

Event: HCYA 2006 Graduation
Date: May 13, 2006
Location: Houston
Program: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Reception: 12:00 noon - 1:30 pm
Champion Forest Baptist Church
15555 Stuebner Airline Road, Houston, Texas 77069
2006 Graduation Package is now available, apply now, space is limited.
Do NOT use a 2005 Package to apply for 2006.
Space is limited to 100 graduates, January 14th is deadline for submissions of applications. Only completed applications will be considered. Due to the limited number of graduates, prompt submission of the application is encouraged.
HCYA 2006 Graduation package in pdf
http://www.hcya.org/graduation.htm
HCYA - Homeschool Christian Youth Association
http://www.hcya.org

Event: CACHE 2006 Graduation
Date: May 13, 2006
Location: Conroe
2pm
Ark Family Church
450 Humble Tank Road
Conroe, Texas 77304
Graduating seniors mustbe members of CACHE. All visitors and guests are welcome to attend.
Questions
CACHE - Conroe Area Christian Home Educators
http://cacheonline.org/

Event: EARLY Robotics Tournament
Date: May 13, 2006
Location: Houston
Hogg Middle School, 1100 Merrill Street, Houston (Heights area)
Registration will begin at 8am.
EARLY - Engineering And Robotics Learned Young Robotics Competition. For elementary youth (ages 7-12) using SIMPLE MACHINES.
http://www.earlyrobotics.org
Map and driving directions: click here
For more about robotics including links to EARLY see:
Robotics - http://www.jsoft.com/archive/robotics/

Event: Girl Scout Homeschool Day Camp
Date: May 16-18, 2006
Location: Houston
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day
Location Garden Cove Swim Club, 933 Fisher, just north of 610 Loop at Shepherd
Looking for day campers... for a homeschool day camp where we will swim, work on badges and enjoy meeting other homeschooled Girls Scouts.
Cost per day (patch included):
Girls $10 per day - non girl scouts add $10 once
Volunteers get a price break ($8 per day per child).
We do not have facilities for kids younger than 5 but we will have a boy unit for children of volunteers.
Patch is included in the cost but not a t-shirt. If you would like to purchase a t-shirt, let me know which size and please add an additional $5 for youth sizes, $6 for adult sizes sm to lg, $7 for adult sizes XL-XXL.
Girls who are not Girl Scouts may participate too, they would just have to register as Girl Scouts (which involves a registration form and $10) but then they could go to summer resident camp and other cool GS events going on till September.
Please print the Program registration form, permission slip and medical form from the GS website http://www.gssjc.org/ and mail them into me.
If you plan to stay you must fill out a Criminal Background check form to send to the Girl Scout office and an adult emergency slip to send to me and be a volunteer.
Program camp aids $5
Deadline May 5th, late fee $5
For more information or to volunteer, please contact Eleonore Orgish.

Event: CACHE Used Book Sale
Date: May 18, 2006
Location: Conroe (Houston)
9am -12 noon
Conroe YMCA outdoor pavilion (inside Camp Owen adjacent to the YMCA).
10245 Owen Dr Conroe, TX click here for map
BOOK SELLERS: Only CACHE members will be allowed to sell, but anyone can buy--so tell all your home school friends.
VENDORS: If you have a home school business, classes or activity, you can set up a table and display what you have to offer the home schooling community. Cost for Vendors will be $5. Contact Terri Watt
Setup time: 8:00
Buying start time for sellers: 8:30
Buying start time for non-sellers: 9:00 No admission charge.
End time for all selling: 12:00 noon
Please bring your own tables, chairs, etc.
Restrooms available.
Large outdoor play areas and playground for children. However, please closely supervise your children. There is a small lake close by.
Questions.
CACHE - Conroe Area Christian Home Educators
http://www.cacheonline.org/

Event: FEAST Bookfair
Date: May 19-20, 2006
Location: San Antonio
Norris Conference Centers, Balcones Heights
4522 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio
conveniently located at the intersection of IH 10 and IH 410 just west of the Airport.
Plan now to attend! You can look forward to inspiring speakers and educational workshops that will encourage you on your homeschool journey. You will be able to shop at the booths of all of the major homeschool curriculum publishers. Every effort has been made to plan a very special event to be enjoyed by the whole family. We look forward to another wonderful convention.
Speakers include Dr. Brain Ray (NHERI), Mary James (Smoothing the Way), Little Bear Wheeler, Tim Lambert(THSC), Doug & Patsy Arnold (Texas Special Kids). http://www.homeschoolfeast.com/bookfair/
Family Educators Alliance of South Texas (FEAST)
http://www.homeschoolfeast.com/

Event: BVCHEA 2006 Graduation
Date: May 20, 2006
Location: College Station
2pm
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, College Station
Graduating seniors do need to be members of Bvchea. All visitors and guests are welcome to attend - although we may need to get a RSVP head-count (just to make sure we have enough room).
Questions
BVCHEA - Brazos Valley Christian Home Educators Association
www.bvchea.org

Event: Homeschool Week at Frontier Camp
Date: May 21 - May 27, 2005
Location: Grapeland (Houston County)
Frontier Camp - A Christian youth camp located in NE Texas. During this week, all the campers are homeschool students, and most of the counselors are homeschool graduates. For ages 8-13. www.frontiercamp.org/Homeschoolweek.htm
www.frontiercamp.org

Event: Love 2 Learn "Lawn" Sale
Date: May 22, 2006
Location: Tomball (Houston)
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. noon
Love 2 Learn
1226 WEST MAIN STREET - new location
TOMBALL, TEXAS 77375
(KLEIN'S SHOPPING CENTER - ONE MILE EAST OF FM 249)
Rain date: Saturday May 29th, same times and location.
This is a chance for you to sell your used curriculum! We will have space for 40 booths. The cost will still be $5 per family. *PLEASE* so not send me requests for applications yet. You will be getting another e-mail after the move containing all information. Remember: There will be no babysitting available, so please make child care arrangements ahead of time.
For more information, e-mail love2learnstore@yahoo.com, phone 281-516-1202 as of April 1st
Love 2 Learn - new website
http://www.love2learnstore.com/

Event: ENNACT Used Book Swap
Date: May 24, 2006
Location: New Braunfels
Tree of Life Church, 5513 IH 35, New Braunfels 78132 (exit Engel Road).
We'll have a bookswap on Wednesday, May 24 from 10 a.m. til noon.
The bookswap will be open to ENAACT members first, from 9 to 10 a.m., then to everyone else from 10 to 12 noon. It will be "tailgate or trunk style", under our covered pavilions, so unloading won't be necessary.
(830) 626-0320
E.N.A.A.C.T. Family Academy
www.enaact.net

Event: Homeschool Family Day at Splashtown
Date: May 25, 2006
Location: Spring (Houston)
10am-6pm
Must order by May 11, 2006
22.99 plus tax
or 25.99 at the gate
optional meal tickets Free Six Flags Splashtown CD Rom
45th Anniverary
For every 10 tickets you buy, you get one chaperone ticket for free all orders shipped FedX signature required no po boxes
pdf flyer:
http://www.sethsa.org/SplashTownHomeSchoolFlyer2006.pdf Six Flags Splashtown
http://www.sixflags.com/parks/splashtown/index.asp
Southeast Texas Home School Assn (SETHSA)
http://www.sethsa.org

Event: MASH Field Day and used curriculum sale
Date: May 26, 2006
Location: Conroe (Houston)
9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Mcdade Park
3750 Fm 2854
Rain date: Thursday June 1, 2006, same times and location.
MASH-Montgomery County Area School At Home is Sponsoring our first Annual Field day. Come join us for a day of FREE fun!
9:30am - 11:30am - field day activities including three legged race, 50 & 100 yd dash, TugOWar and Basketball.
11:30- Lunch
12:30- MASH members will have a used curicculum sale
Things to bring?
Yes, bring your family plenty of water for throughout the day, lunch, sun lotion, hats, a T-shirt for their friends to sign and permanent markers. BBQ pits are available but spaces are limited. Extra clothing if needed. Closed toed shoes are recommended.
Please RSVP how many children and their ages to Traci
MASH-Montgomery County Area School At Home
http://mashhomeschool.tripod.com/

Event: NTHEN 2006 Graduation
Date: May 26, 2006
Location: Garland (DFW)
7pm
Arapaho Road Baptist Church
2256 Arapaho Road, Garland, TX 75044
On Sept 6, 2005 there will be a planning meeting for participating graduates at the NTHEN offices.
Contact NTHEN at 214-495-9600 or email Graduation@NTHEN.org
http://www.nthen.org/grad.html
NTHEN - North Texas Home Educators Network
http://www.nthen.org

Event: Schlitterbahn Home School Family Days
Date: May 28 - June 9, 2006 and Sept 9, 10, and 16, 2006
Location: New Braunfels
Schlitterbahn Water Park, New Braunfels location
Tickets good for one day admission, can be used anytime during these dates.
Advanced reservation with 5 ticket min. order required.
Orders must be prepaid and postmarked 15 days prior to your visit. They will be shipped free of charge via FedEx to physical addresses only. Shipments to P.O. Box addresses cannot be processed. Home School Family Days tickets will not be available at the gate.
Questions: 830-608-8532
This event applies ONLY to the New Braunfels location, does not apply to other Schlitterbahn locations.
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/nb/groupsales-homeschool.asp
pdf order for for New Braunfels homeschool days http://www.schlitterbahn.com/groupsales/pdf/homeschool-2006.pdf
This form applies ONLY to the New Braunfels location, do not use this form at other locations.
Schlitterbahn Water Park
www.schlitterbahn.com
830-608-8532

Event: Schlitterbahn Home School Family Days
Date: May 28 - June 9, 2006, August 19, 20, and Sept 9, 10, and 16, 2006
Location: South Padre Island
Schlitterbahn Water Park, South Padre Island location
Tickets good for one day admission, can be used anytime during these dates.
Advanced reservation with 5 ticket min. order required.
Orders must be prepaid and postmarked 15 days prior to your visit. They will be shipped free of charge via FedEx to physical addresses only. Shipments to P.O. Box addresses cannot be processed. Home School Family Days tickets will not be available at the gate.
Questions: 956-772-7873
This event applies ONLY to the South Padre location, does not apply to other Schlitterbahn locations.
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/spi/groupsales-homeschool.asp
pdf order for for South Padre Island homeschool days http://www.schlitterbahn.com/spi/pdf/homeschool.pdf
This form applies ONLY to the South Padre location, do not use this form at other locations.
Schlitterbahn Water Park South Padre Island
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/spi/intro1-spi.asp
956-772-7873

June 2006

Event: SETHSA Used Book Sale
Date: June 1, 2006
Location: Houston
Reliant Hall in Houston.
9am- 11:30am
set up for sellers at 8:30am
Admission is $2 to buy and $5 to sell.
sellers will need to bring their own tables, no longer than six feet or you can set items on the floor.
Annual event Open to all homeschoolers in the greater Houston area.
Southeast Texas Home School Assn (SETHSA)
281/370-8787
http://www.sethsa.org

Event: SETHSA Summer Conference
Date: June 2-3, 2006
Location: Houston
Reliant Hall, Houston
Keynotes: Christopher J. Klicka, Maggie Hogan
http://www.sethsa.org/summerconference/2006summerconf.html
Stay tuned for updates.
SETHSA - Southeast Texas Home School Assn
http://www.sethsa.org

Event: MARCH Used Curriculum Sale
Date: June 3, 2006
Location: Allen (DFW)
Allen Heights Baptist Church - Gym
1309 East Main Street, Allen, TX 75002
9:00 - 11:30am
YOU MUST GO TO THIS LINK, PRINT THAT PAGE AND BRING A COPY OF THAT PAGE WITH YOU TO THE BOOKSALE AS YOUR INVITATION TO GET IN. You do not have to be a member of MARCH to buy or sell.
http://home.comcast.net/~marchbooksale/
Complete guidelines and instructions are listed at the above link.
NO CHILDREN ARE ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY. Exceptions are babies that are carried in a front or back pack and children over 13 years old.
MARCH - McKinney Area Christian Homeschoolers
www.marchgroup.org

Event: G.R.A.C.E. Used Book/Curriculum Sale
Date: June 3, 2006
Location: San Antonio
8:30am - 11:30am
First Baptist Church Universal City
City, 1401 Pat Booker Road (in the Faith Building next to the Patio Cafe)
FREE ADMISSION. FREE TABLE RESERVATION.
Curriculum and home school related items only. No professional vendors please (usborne books, discovery toys, etc.)
Set up time to sell is 8:00 a.m. - by reservation only.
To Reserve your space contact Donna Bass
G.R.A.C.E.
http://www.graceathome.org/

Event: Schlitterbahn Home School Family Days
Date: June 4 - June 23, 2006 (Sun-Fridays only), August 19, 20, 26 & 27, and Sept 9, 10, and 16, 2006
Location: Galveston
Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark
2026 Lockheed St., Galveston, Texas 77554
Tickets good for one day admission, can be used anytime during these dates.
Advanced reservation with 5 ticket min. order required.
Orders must be prepaid and postmarked 15 days prior to your visit. They will be shipped free of charge via FedEx to physical addresses only. Shipments to P.O. Box addresses cannot be processed. Home School Family Days tickets will not be available at the gate.
Questions: 409-770-9283
This event applies ONLY to the Galveston location, does not apply to other Schlitterbahn locations.
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/groups/group-homeschool-2006.asp
pdf order for for Galveston homeschool days http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/pdf/HOMESCHOOL.galv.order.pdf
This form applies ONLY to the Galveston location, do not use this form at other locations.
Schlitterbahn Water Park Galveston Island
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/
409-770-9283

Event: Homewood Book Sale
Date: June 8, 2006
Location: Woodlands (Houston)
Faith Community Church, 5505 Research Forest Drive (Just west of Bear Branch Park, on the other side of Research) In the gym.
10:30-1:30 (If you are selling, please be there at 9 to set up. After set up, sellers will have until about 10:30 to look and buy before we open up for everyone else. Sellers will need to be out by 2pm
What: Booksale (used or new)
Who: Homeschoolers who need to buy or sell curriculum, books, or other school related items (It is not open only to Homewood, though Homewood members come first if we happen to run out of room. I don't think that will be an issue though.)
Cost: Faith is graciously giving this to us at no cost. I would, however, like each seller who is able to contribute $2-$3 as a love offering to show our gratitude. I will have a basket available for this purpose.
Please keep children from running around the church. They need to remain in the gym. As always, we want others to know our children because they behave, not because they were rowdy. Thanks for speaking in advance to them about this.
You will not need to bring tables or chairs. These will be available to us through Faith. Also, snacks and drinks will be available like last year. If you teach classes, you are welcome to have flyers there about that.
Sellers please RVSP Sherri Bostick.
Homewood Christian Association
http://www.homewoodchristianassociation.com/

Event: Victoria Regional Homeschool Used Curriculum Sale
Date: June 9, 2006
Location: Victoria
9am - 2pm
Our Lady of Victory Cathedral (in the cafeteria)
1309 E. Mesquite Ln., Victoria
(parking lot is off of N. Laurent between Airline and Mesquite)
This event will feature sellers from El Campo to Rockport and will feature curriculum from grades pre-k to High School, from such companies as: Bob Jones, A Beka, Sonlight, Learnables, Diana Waring, Power-Glide, ... All are invited to buy and sell!
To Reserve your space contact Rebecca
Homeschool Victoria
http://www.homeschoolvictoriatx.com/

Event: 2006 SPCHEA Book Fair
Date: June 9-10, 2006
Location: Lubbock
First Baptist Church Activities Building in Lubbock.
Annual summer conference and bookfair.
Our keynote speakers will be Gabe Allen with WallBuilders and our own Tim and Lyndsay Lambert with Texas Home School Coalition.
Make plans now to attend!
http://www.spchea.com/bookfair_flyer.pdf
SPCHEA - South Plains Christian Home Educators Association
www.spchea.com

Event: Annual AAH Project Fair
Date: June 10, 2006
Location: Austin
Baha'i Center, 2215 E.M. Franklin Ave, Austin
set up time-2:30, showing of displays 2:45
performances starting at 3:30
This is a time to show off anything the kids have been working on this year. Paintings, and dioramas, inventions and poems.... Practice your songs, instruments, skits and moves.... because we want to see them!
All ages. Noncompetitive. Everyone will get a certificate of participation We are charging $5 to cover rental/printing
If your child would like to participate contact: Dail Hershberger
AAH - Austin Area Homeschoolers
http://www.main.org/aah/index.html

Event:Haven Used Curriculum Sale
Date: June 12, 2006
Location: San Antonio
7pm
Fellowship Bible Church on Huebner at Eckert across from CVS Pharmacy. Shoppers welcome!
Questions? contact Jamie Miranda
Haven
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/havenhomeschoolgroup/

Event: HEART Used Book Sale
Date: June 17, 2006
Location: Lubbock
10am - 3pm
Southcrest Baptist Church
( S. Loop 289 & Memphis - Lubbock)
Do you have Used Curriculum to Sell? Do you have a Business to Promote?
Tables = $7
Available to all homeschoolers and homeschool-friendly businesses
Contact us to reserve your table TODAY Tables are limited, and it is First Paid, First Reserved.
Questions: homeschooling@heartofwt.org
HEART of West Texas
http://www.heartofwt.org/

Event: Starting the Way Seminar
Date: June 17, 2006
Location: Plano (DFW)
9am - 5pm
Mardel's Bookstore
2300 Coit Road, Plano
Smoothing the Way presents a seminar for those teaching the very young child (ages two to five)
Veteran homeschooling moms will share with you from their experience working with preschoolers.
Pre-registration is required.
Cost: $50.00 registration fee includes syllabus and lunch.
No childcare will be provided. Nursing babies are welcome, but please make other arrangements for older children.
http://www.smoothingtheway.com/content/view/4/53/
Questions : contact info@smoothingtheway.com.
Smoothing The Way www.smoothingtheway.com

Event: FEAST “Giant” Used Book Swap
Date: June 22-23, 2006
Location: San Antonio
25 Burwood, San Antonio
June 22 - 6-9 pm and June 23 - 9 am - 12 pm
Time to clean out those book shelves and backpacks. Get rid of the books you are finished using, and make room for fresh ones!
New this year will be the addition of a special “night before” shopping option. Take advantage of this exclusive preview the night before the big event. This will give you first pick at the swap! Thursday, June 22, set up from 4 - 5 pm, “night before” shopping from 6 - 9 pm. Friday, June 23, shopping from 9 am - 12 pm.
Reserve your table or space: $15 per table or $8 per space when you bring your own table. Your rental is good for both days. With the rental of your table or space, you will receive one adult admission ticket free. Tables and spaces must be paid on or before June 15. Tickets: “Night before” - Adults $5 and children $2 (ticket good for both days). Friday only - Adults $2 and children $1. All profits for this book swap will go to help fund home school special events.
Parking: The FEAST Used Book Swap draws many families from out of town, and parking will be tight. Please car pool if possible. Please do not block entrances, fire lanes, or handicap spaces.
For questions or to reserve your table, contact Estela Frias at (210) 342-4674 ext.59.
Family Educators Alliance of South Texas (FEAST)
http://www.homeschoolfeast.com/

Event: CHEACT Summer Conference
Date: June 23-24, 2006
Location: Austin
Annual summer conference and bookfair.
CHEACT - Christian Home Education Association of Central Texas
www.cheact.org

July 2006

Event: BVCHEA Summer Conference
Date: July 1, 2006
Location: Bryan/College Station
8am-4pm
Westminster Presbyterian 3333 Oakridge in Bryan
Staying the Course Summer Conference
Keynotes: Tim and Lyndsay Lambert of THSC
Registration form at website. Early registration deadline June 10th.
http://www.bvchea.org/whatsnew/STCPoster.htm
BVCHEA - Brazos Valley Christian Home School Assn
http://www.bvchea.org/

Event: Starting the Way Seminar
Date: July 8, 2006
Location: Austin
9am - 5pm
Beautiful Savior Lutheran
6830 S. Pleasant Valley Road, Austin
Smoothing the Way presents a seminar for those teaching the very young child (ages two to five)
Veteran homeschooling moms will share with you from their experience working with preschoolers.
Pre-registration is required.
Cost: $50.00 registration fee includes syllabus and lunch.
No childcare will be provided. Nursing babies are welcome, but please make other arrangements for older children.
http://www.smoothingtheway.com/content/view/4/53/
Questions : contact info@smoothingtheway.com.
Smoothing The Way www.smoothingtheway.com

Event: Champions on Ice - Homeschool Discount
Date: July 15, 2006
Location: Houston
Toyota Center
Saturday, July 15, 2006 at 3pm
CANCELLED due to travel issues, refunds can be obtained at point of purchase
This is the figure skating event you don't want to miss! This year's show features the skaters who will compete in the 2006 Olympic Winter Games in Torino, Italy. And they'll come directly from the Olympics to the United States to appear in the 2006 Tour of John Hancock Champions On Ice. It's your chance to see gold, silver and bronze medal performances!
Group Discount Prices:
- $60, $40
Order Deadline March 17, 2006, Tickets On Sale NOW!
Buy your tickets early to guarantee great seats!!!!!
To order contact Tiffany Hill at 713-758-7577
Chamapions on Ice Order Information.
Feel free to pass this onto other homeschoolers

Event: HEART of Texas Home School Leadership Conference
Date: July 15, 2006
Location: Newark(DFW)
8:30am - 4pm
Eagle Mountain International Church
14355 Morris Dido Rd
Newark, TX 76071
directions
Cost: $15/person or $25/married couple - lunch provided
Speakers: Tim & Lyndsay Lambert and Jessica Hulcy
Registration deadline: extended to July 7, 2006
Do you hold a position of leadership or influence with homeschoolers in your community? Are you a board member in a homeschool support group or co-op? Do you run an internet board directed at homeschoolers?
We hope that you and other homeschool leaders in the Dallas-Fort Worth area plan to attend the exciting leadership conference, Saturday July 15th!
Questions: info@HeartOfTex.org
HEART of Texas
http://www.heartoftex.org/

Event: Sharing the Way Leadership Seminar
Date: July 15, 2006
Location: Austin
10am - 5pm
Bethel Assembly of God
4322 Banister Lane, Austin
All current and prospective Smoothing the Way leaders are strongly encouraged to attend. We will cover everything you need to know about leading a Smoothing the Way group. This seminar is also a wonderful opportunity to connect with other Smoothing the Way leaders to share ideas and to encourage one another.
Cost: $10 per person
Please RSVP to (512) 639-9341 with names of attendees and location you wish to attend (Austin July 15th or Houston July 29th).
http://www.smoothingtheway.com/content/view/9/53/
Questions : contact info@smoothingtheway.com.
Smoothing The Way www.smoothingtheway.com

Event: Broadway in Houston - Lion King
Date: July 19, 2006
Location: Houston
Group sales night for homeschoolers to see the award wining show The Lion King. This is an opportunity for homeschoolers to get tickets at a discount.
Performance takes place at Hobby Center in Houston.
Thanks for the oders, 175 tickets sold, great job!
Broadway in Houston ORDER Information

Event: Scholastic Warehouse Summer Booksales
Date: July 20-21, 2006
Location: various locations - Houston, Waco, Arlington, San Antonio, Lubbock, and Edinburg
Drastic reductions on books on more. Warehouse Sales are exclusive to Book Fair Chairpeople & Volunteers, Registered Homeschoolers, and School Personnel; Principals, Administrators, Faculty, Teachers, Librarians, and Media Specialists.
Please keep in mind that this is a working warehouse so all children must be closely supervised at all times. Strongly recommend keeping small children at home.
To print out pdf flyers for the location nearest you, go here: http://teacher.scholastic.com/fairs/warehouse/index.htm
additional secondary locations at above link.
Scholastic Warehouse Summer booksales
http://www.scholastic.com
- Houston (281)894-8146 - 8270 Willow Place North #100
next door to the Aerodrome near Willowbrook Mall.
- Waco (254) 662-2665
7333 S. IH-35, Exit 328 - just south of Waco on IH-35
- DFW - Arlington
Arlington (817)557-4977
3470 South Watson Road, Arlington 76014
- San Antonio (210)599-8404 4646 Perrin Creek, Suite 200
From Austin and points north:
I-35 S to Randolph Blvd exit, stay on access road far right lane. Turn right at Day's Inn towards Loop 368 to Perrin Creek.
- Lubbock (806)748-0094
1501 South Loop 289, Lubbock
- Edinburg (956)316-1413 (McAllen area)
1710 E Southeast Industrial Dr, Edinburg
Exit for I-281 at Industrial Drive
Dates/Hours for Houston, Waco, Arlington, San Antonio, Lubbock, and Edinburg
July 20-21
Open 9am-7pm each day

Event: Scholastic Warehouse Summer Booksales
Date: July 26-29, 2006
Location: El Paso
Drastic reductions on books on more. Warehouse Sales are exclusive to Book Fair Chairpeople & Volunteers, Registered Homeschoolers, and School Personnel; Principals, Administrators, Faculty, Teachers, Librarians, and Media Specialists.
Please keep in mind that this is a working warehouse so all children must be closely supervised at all times. Strongly recommend keeping small children at home.
To print out pdf flyers for the location nearest you, go here: http://teacher.scholastic.com/fairs/warehouse/index.htm
additional secondary locations at above link.
Scholastic Warehouse Summer booksales
http://www.scholastic.com
- El Paso (915)877-3113 - 7700 C.F. Jordan Dr. Suite 200
Dates/Hours for El Paso
July 26-29
Open 9am-4pm each day

Event: HERO Homeschool Roundup Conference
Date: July 29, 2006
Location: San Antonio
9am- 5pm
Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio.
San Antonio Home Education Resources and Opportunities (HERO) will host the 3rd Annual Learning Resource Roundup. This year's Roundup will feature nationally known, award winning, storyteller Jim Weiss who will have presentations and workshops for both children and parents. The conference will include information and activities for new and experienced homeschoolers and their families. There will be workshops, support groups, children's activities, museums, and much more. ArtsTeach will once again provide art activities for children and we are working on a new teen program as well. Mark your calendar for a conference you won't want to miss.
Email contact contact@sahero.org
Stay tuned for updates.
http://www.sahero.org/Roundup/roundup_home.htm SA HERO
http://www.sahero.org/

Event: Sharing the Way Leadership Seminar
Date: July 29, 2006
Location: Spring (Houston)
10am - 5pm
Church at Creek's End
20010 Kuykendahl
Spring, Texas
All current and prospective Smoothing the Way leaders are strongly encouraged to attend. We will cover everything you need to know about leading a Smoothing the Way group. This seminar is also a wonderful opportunity to connect with other Smoothing the Way leaders to share ideas and to encourage one another.
Cost: $10 per person
Please RSVP to (512) 639-9341 with names of attendees and location you wish to attend (Austin July 15th or Houston July 29th).
http://www.smoothingtheway.com/content/view/9/53/
Questions : contact info@smoothingtheway.com.
Smoothing The Way www.smoothingtheway.com

August 2006

Event: CACHE Back to School Meeting/Used Book Sale
Date: August 1, 2006
Location: Conroe (N of Houston)
7-9pm
Conroe Bible Church
4491 Interstate 45 N, Conroe, TX 77304
From Conroe and points south: Exit I-45 at Exit 92-FM 830 (Seven Coves Road). Turn left (west) at FM 830, go through the traffic light, and turn left onto the southbound feeder (Frontage Road).
It's time once again for the annual Back to School Meeting!
Invite your friends, relatives and neighbors who are currently homeschooling or who are interesting in homeschooling. You do not have to be a member of CACHE to attend. Free Admission.
Come enjoy the fun, food, and fellowship and meet other area home schoolers. Learn about activities available to homeschoolers and get new ideas for the coming year.
Workshops include: Dual Credit Classes, The High School Years, and Q&A for New Homeschoolers. The First Workshop session will begin at 7:15pm sharp, with the second session beginning at 8:10pm
Vendors: Homeschool vendors and CACHE group representatives will also be there, displaying their information about their products or lessons
Due to space considerations, please try to make other arrangements for children, but if you must bring them, please bring a quiet activity to occupy them and closely supervise them at all times.
This year's event will also include a used curriculum sale that will be open throughout the evening. BOOK SELLERS: Only current CACHE members will be allowed to sell, but anyone can buy. Sellers should bring your own table (6ft or less), chairs, etc. Contact Karleen to reserve your space.
VENDORS: If you have a home school business, classes or activity, please contact Terri Watt to reserve your space. Cost for Vendors will be $5. Vendors do not have to be CACHE members.
Setup time: 6:30pm
Questions.
CACHE - Conroe Area Christian Home Educators
http://www.cacheonline.org/

Event: Wiggles LIVE - Homeschool Discount
Date: August 3, 2006
Location: Houston
Toyota Center
Thursday, August 3, 2006 at 3pm and 6:30pm
Get ready to rock, roll… and WIGGLE! The Wiggles LIVE! hits Houston August 3rd at Toyota Center. Join Greg, Murray, Anthony & Jeff, as they take to the stage for this ALL NEW fun-filled, toe-tapping LIVE production.
Group Discount Prices:
- $20.50, $25.50
Order Deadline July 21, 2006, Tickets On Sale NOW!
Buy your tickets early to guarantee great seats!!!!!
To order contact Tiffany Hill at 713-758-7577
Wiggles LIVE Order Information.
Feel free to pass this onto other homeschoolers

Event: FEAST “Giant” Used Book Swap II
Date: August 3-4, 2006
Location: San Antonio
25 Burwood, San Antonio
August 3 - 6-9 pm and August 4 - 9 am - 12 pm
Many of you enjoyed the addition of the special “night before” shopping option at our June book swap. Once again you may take advantage of this exclusive preview the night before the big event. This will give you first pick at the swap!
Thursday, August 3, set up from 4 - 5 pm, “night before” shopping from 6 - 9 pm. Friday, August 4, shopping from 9 am - 12 pm.
Reserve your table or space: $15 per table or $8 per space when you bring your own table. however you will be the only one admitted with that table. Any additional adults or children must pay admissions accordingly. Tables and spaces must be paid for on or before July 26.
Tickets: “Night before” - Adults $5 and children $2 (ticket good for both days). Friday only - Adults $2 and children $1. All profits for this book swap will go to help fund home school special events.
Parking: The FEAST Used Book Swap draws many families from out of town, and parking will be tight. Please car pool if possible. Please do not block entrances, fire lanes, or handicap spaces.
For questions or to reserve your table, contact Estela Frias at (210) 342-4674 ext.59.
Family Educators Alliance of South Texas (FEAST)
http://www.homeschoolfeast.com/

Event: CTR Beacons of Light Annual Education Conference
Date: Aug 3-5, 2006
Location: Houston
Sheraton Hotel
15700 John F. Kennedy Blvd
Houston, TX 77032
Thurs, Aug 3 - Leadership Conference
10:00am - 4pm
The National LDS Homeschool Association presents a leadership conference; open to all homeschoolers, whether you are currently involved in support group leadership or planning to help in the future. Join us for a day of support and information. Lunch included.
Aug 4-5 - Education Conference - The Joys of Homeschooling
9:00 – 4:00 (Vendors open 8:00 to 5:00)
Check-in starts at 8:00 a.m.
Along with all the great educational classes for the Mom’s and Dad’s there will also be a Teen track! There will be classes and activities for Teens ages 12 and up. Friday will be a day to hang with friends at the pool, or attend some classes, with a great day full of classes and activities on Saturday.
Several vendors with resources for LDS Homeschoolers will be at the conference as well. Stay with us at the hotel and we can stay up all night visiting to our hearts content!
While the Education of the Heart Conference is presented by and for homeschoolers, many presentations may be of interest to all who are interested in supporting the education of their children. Please feel free to invite your friends and extended family.
Plan to attend now! You will be refreshed, informed, inspired, and entertained!
pre-register by July 15th and save on registration fees.
CTR Beacons of Light
www.ctrhomeschool.org

Event: Schlitterbahn Home School Aqua Lab Days
Date: August 14 - 18, 2006
Location: New Braunfels
Schlitterbahn Water Park, New Braunfels location
Home-schooling middle school students and their teachers may participate on any of the Aqua Lab Days; however, special days in August have been designated to allow family and friends to attend along with Aqua Lab participants. Schlitterbahn East will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Although the Surfenburg and Blastenhoff sections of the park are open to the public, the Aqua Lab curriculum will guide you and your students through your adventure as you mix in with other guests. Schlitterbahn season passes may be used during this week. A special child price will be available in August for children 3 to 9 years old.
Tickets good for one day admission, can be used anytime during these dates.
Advanced reservation with 5 ticket min. order required.
This event applies ONLY to the New Braunfels location, does not apply to other Schlitterbahn locations.
Orders must be prepaid with a single payment and postmarked 15 days prior to your visit. Pre-paid aqualab orders will also include one free tickets for every 20 Aqua Lab tickets purchased. Orders, including the curriculum disk, will be shipped to physical addresses only. A signiture is required for delivery. Shipments to P.O. Box addresses cannot be processed. Additional Aqua Lab tickets can be purchased on the day of your visit with a copy of your invoice.
Questions: 830-608-8532
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/nb/groupsales-education-nb.asp#HOME
pdf order for for New Braunfels homeschool aqua lab days http://www.schlitterbahn.com/aqualab/aqualab-august.pdf
This form applies ONLY to the New Braunfels location, do not use this form at other locations.
Schlitterbahn Water Park
www.schlitterbahn.com
830-608-8532

Event: THSC State Convention
Date: August 17-19, 2006
Location: The Woodlands (Houston)
Woodlands Waterway Marriot (Houston)
1601 Lake Robins Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Speakers include Sally Clarkson, Little Bear Wheeler
http://www.thsc.org/convention/default.asp
THSC - Texas Homeschool Coalition
www.thsc.org/

Event: NTHEN Summer Conference
Date: August 18-19, 2006
Location: Plano (DFW)
Plano Convention Center, 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX
watch for updates
NTHEN - North Texas Home Educators Network
http://www.nthen.org

Event: Schlitterbahn Home School Family Days
Date: August 19, 20, 26 & 27, and Sept 9, 10, and 16, 2006
Location: Galveston
Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark
2026 Lockheed St., Galveston, Texas 77554
Tickets good for one day admission, can be used anytime during these dates.
Advanced reservation with 5 ticket min. order required.
Orders must be prepaid and postmarked 15 days prior to your visit. They will be shipped free of charge via FedEx to physical addresses only. Shipments to P.O. Box addresses cannot be processed. Home School Family Days tickets will not be available at the gate.
Questions: 409-770-9283
This event applies ONLY to the Galvestion location, does not apply to other Schlitterbahn locations.
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/groups/group-homeschool-2006.asp
pdf order for for Galveston homeschool days http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/pdf/HOMESCHOOL.galv.order.pdf
This form applies ONLY to the Galveston location, do not use this form at other locations.
Schlitterbahn Water Park Galveston Island
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/
409-770-9283

Event: Schlitterbahn Home School Family Days
Date: August 19, 20, and Sept 9, 10, and 16, 2006
Location: South Padre Island
Schlitterbahn Water Park, South Padre Island location
Tickets good for one day admission, can be used anytime during these dates.
Advanced reservation with 5 ticket min. order required.
Orders must be prepaid and postmarked 15 days prior to your visit. They will be shipped free of charge via FedEx to physical addresses only. Shipments to P.O. Box addresses cannot be processed. Home School Family Days tickets will not be available at the gate.
Questions: 956-772-7873
This event applies ONLY to the South Padre location, does not apply to other Schlitterbahn locations.
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/spi/groupsales-homeschool.asp
pdf order for for South Padre Island homeschool days http://www.schlitterbahn.com/spi/pdf/homeschool.pdf
This form applies ONLY to the South Padre location, do not use this form at other locations.
Schlitterbahn Water Park South Padre Island
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/spi/intro1-spi.asp
956-772-7873

Event: Ballunar Liftoff Festival
Date: August 25-27, 2005
Location: Clear Lake (Houston)
Annual Festival on the grounds of the Johnson Space Center.Balloons of all shapes and sizes compete in events and exhibitions all weekend. Family Fun includes demonstrations, exhibits, food and games.
www.ballunarfestival.com

Event: Colleges That Change Lives Tour
Date: August 26, 2006
Location: Houston, Austin
40 very special colleges and universities—one public and 39 private from 24 states and with enrollments ranging from 300 to 3,000.
There is no fee charged for these events and pre-registration is not required.
Sat. August 26, 2006
10am - 12 noon
Hilton Houston Post Oak
2001 Post Oak Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77056
Bring parking ticket to event registration for validation.
http://www.ctcl.com/events/houston.htm
Sat. August 26, 2006
7pm-9pm
Austin Marriot at the Capital
701 East 11th Street,Austin, Texas 787.
Bring parking ticket to event registration for validation.
http://www.ctcl.com/events/austin.htm
Colleges That Change Lives
www.ctcl.com

Event: Starting the Way Seminar
Date: August 26, 2006
Location: San Antonio
9am - 5pm
University United Methodist Church
5084 De Zavala, San Antonio
Smoothing the Way presents a seminar for those teaching the very young child (ages two to five)
Veteran homeschooling moms will share with you from their experience working with preschoolers.
Pre-registration is required.
Cost: $50.00 registration fee includes syllabus and lunch.
No childcare will be provided. Nursing babies are welcome, but please make other arrangements for older children.
http://www.smoothingtheway.com/content/view/4/53/
Questions : contact info@smoothingtheway.com.
Smoothing The Way www.smoothingtheway.com

Event: Annual Houston Theater District Day
Date: August 27, 2006
Location: Houston
Enjoy backstage tours, ongoing live performances, set and costume displays and sneak previews of the upcoming season. The Theater District is home to eight performing arts organizations, which offer this free look behind the scenes each summer. (713) 223-4544.
Note: There is usually an Educator's Open House the day before this event.
www.houstontheaterdistrict.org

Event: Back to School Preview for Educators at MFAH
Date: August 31, 2006
Location: Houston
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
at the Caroline Wiess Law Building
5:30–7 p.m.
Join us for a 2006-2007 Preview!
Designed for administrators, principals, and educators, discover all of the opportunities at the museum for schools, teachers, & students. Learn about our upcoming exhibition schedule, teacher programs, student tours, the Kinder Foundation Teacher Resource Center and much more. Refreshments, teaching materials, and give-aways included!
There is no registration fee for this event.
RSVP by Monday, August 28, 2006, call 713-639-7590 or e-mail schools@mfah.org
The Museum of Fine Arts (Houston)
http://mfah.org/

Event: Rethinking Education Conference
Date: August 31-September 4, 2006
Location: Irving (DFW)
Sheraton Grand Hotel
4440 W. John Carpenter Freeway, Irving, Texas
(between Dallas and Fort Worth)
Labor Day weekend - It's time to make plans to attend the 10th national conference on Rethinking Education!
Speakers include Naomi Aldort, Brent Cameron and Barbara Meyer, and Sherri Smith.
Additional sessions, spanning a wide variety of topics vital to unschoolers, will also be offered. See our website for full details.
Volunteer to reduce the cost of your family's registration.
REGISTER: by April 29 for the biggest discount!
Postmarked by April 29, each adult will be charged $75.
From April 30 - July 15, the fees per adult is $105.
From July 16 to August 31, the fees per adult is $125.
Kids, Teens, Grown-up Unschoolers 18+:
Postmarked by April 29, each will be charged $75.
From April 30 - July 15, the fee is $85.
From July 16 to August 31, the fee is $105.
Please call the hotel to make your overnight reservations. Ask for the Rethinking Education Conference rate of $70 per night for a room with two double beds or one king bed. 1.800.345.5251
www.sheratongranddfw.com
Rethinking Education
www.rethinkingeducation.com

September 2006

Event: Schlitterbahn Home School Family Days
Date: Sept 9, 10, and 16, 2006
Location: New Braunfels
Schlitterbahn Water Park, New Braunfels location
Tickets good for one day admission, can be used anytime during these dates.
Advanced reservation with 5 ticket min. order required.
Orders must be prepaid and postmarked 15 days prior to your visit. They will be shipped free of charge via FedEx to physical addresses only. Shipments to P.O. Box addresses cannot be processed. Home School Family Days tickets will not be available at the gate.
Questions: 830-608-8532
This event applies ONLY to the New Braunfels location, does not apply to other Schlitterbahn locations.
http://www.schlitterbahn.com/nb/groupsales-homeschool.asp
pdf order for for New Braunfels homeschool days http://www.schlitterbahn.com/groupsales/pdf/homeschool-2006.pdf
This form applies ONLY to the New Braunfels location, do not use this form at other locations.
Schlitterbahn Water Park
www.schlitterbahn.com
830-608-8532

Event: HSCN Support Group Leaders Forum
Date: September 9, 2006
Location: Houston
Northwest Houston near Beltway 8 and Highway 290
9am - 12 noon
Bring your entire leadership team to meet other leaders, exchange ideas, and get plugged in.
http://www.houstonhomeschool.org/html/leadersforum.asp
HSCN - Home School Communication Network
www.houstonhomeschool.org

Event: Fair Park Educator Conference
Date: September 9, 2006
Location: Dallas
8:30am - 4:00pm
Free admission, parking and lunch!
The Fair Park Educators' Conference is a unique collaboration of institutions highlighting educational programs and facilities in Fair Park. Come join us for this year's 5th annual event for a fun and full day of thought-provoking exhibits, introductions to educational opportunities, lots of useful classroom materials, and an opportunity to meet fellow educators from across North Texas!
The theme of this year's event is Western Round-up: Texas History, Science and Culture
The Fair Park Educators' Conference is a professional development program for public and private school teachers in North Texas. It began in 2001 as an Open House in four museums and has since expanded to nine museums across the entire park. It features programs in a variety of educational areas, including art, science and social studies.
Advance reservations required. There will be no onsite registration at the event. Registration will open online in June 2006. Once you've registered, we ask that you notify us if you will be unable to attend. We close registration as slots fill up fast. Make sure to register early!
Any teacher with an identification badge from a public school, private school or homeschool association can attend. Due to the working nature of our curriculum and programs, we ask that you not bring spouses or children with you to the Conference. Spouses and children who would like to visit Fair Park museums will be expected to pay for their museum(s) admission, and will not be able to attend the lunch.
Home schooling parents who are members of a home school association or co-op should show proof of membership.
You will spend the entire day at Fair Park with a relaxing break for lunch, leave with loads of materials and even come up with a few new ideas of your own! The event requires walking between several museums, some of which are a significant distance apart. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
www.fairparkeducators.com

Event: Houston Museum District Day for Families
Date: September 16, 2006
Location: Houston
15 museums will be open for free from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Take the free METRO shuttle through the district to explore favorite museums and discover new destinations. Museum District Day will feature fascinating exhibitions, hands-on activities, demonstrations and performances throughout the day. Participating museums will waive their general admission fee to offer the community the opportunity to enjoy the district’s diverse displays of art, science, nature and history.
http://houstonmuseumdistrict.org/default.asp?id=78
Houston Museum District
http://www.houstonmuseumdistrict.org/

Event: Fort Worth Cultural District Educators Tour and Open House
Date: September 21, 2006
Location: Fort Worth
4:00-7:00p.m., Free Omni at 5:00 p.m.
All the Cultural District's museums open their doors for a free evening for educators (including homeschoolers). At the museums, educators can learn about school programs, receive free goodies, samples refreshments, explore exhibits and view a complimentary Omni Theater and Noble Planetarium showing.
http://www.fwmuseum.org/educate/pdfs/Teacher%20Flyer%20818.pdf
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
www.fwmuseum.org

Date: September 22-24, 2006
Event: Houston Gem and Mineral Show
Location: Humble (Houston)
Annual Event.
Humble Civic Center
8233 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble
www.humbleciviccenter.com
Sept 22- 9am-6pm, Sept 23 - 9am-6pm, Sept 24 - 10am-5pm
STAN T. REX - This year we will be featuring the skull of Stan, one of the largest Tyrannosaurus rex fossils found to date. Stan was born over 65 million years ago, but his remains were not discovered by human beings until 1987. His bones were subsequently prepared, stabilized, and then exhibited in 1995. Dr. Robert Bakker, noted paleontologist, states that the original STAN T. rex skull is not only the very best T. rex skull, but also the best dinosaur skull in the world. All but two small bones from inside the lower jaws of the original skull were found. Every bone was individually prepared and molded, then reassembled to make replicas. The bone texture preserved by skilled preparators, along with Stan's interesting and exciting pathologies (healed injuries) makes this a perfect choice for a truly dramatic display at the HGMS annual show.
Tickets for the show are $5 for adults, $3 for students with an ID, and $3 for seniors 55 and older. One ticket is good for all three days of the show. Children 11 and under (accompanied by an adult) are FREE!
School Daze Friday will be a free admission day for school groups, including homeschools. Groups of 25 or more receive a mineral or fossil set. All groups MUST pre-register in advance for School DAZE for a specific time slot. Activities are geared towards elementary through high school students. Therefore, please only register children who are in the appropriate age group (5 yrs to 18 yrs). Please note that the offer of free admission is only applicable to one adult per homeschool family bringing children.
Houston Gem and Mineral Society
www.hgms.org

October 2006

Event: Evenings for Educators at MFAH
Date: October 3, 2006
Location: Houston
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Dogs and the Animal World in Art
Did you know that dogs have been called the artist´s best friend? At this program explore paintings of dogs and other animals and learn how animals in art can be a symbol for a social concern, tell a story and more.
Please check back in August for updates.
For more information, call 713-639-7590 or e-mail schools@mfah.org
The Museum of Fine Arts (Houston)
http://mfah.org/

Event: Fort Worth Zoo Homeschool Day
Date: October 5, 2006
Location: Fort Worth
Fort Worth Zoo
The Fort Worth Zoo cordially invites all Home School children and parents to a fun-filled day, Thursday, October 5, 2006. You may pre-purchase your discounted ZOO admission tickets, lunches and Live Animal Program on or before Monday, October 2, 2006. Discounted Zoo admission tickets ONLY will be available on October 5 after you register on site.
Registration information:
http://www.fortworthzoo.com/school/groups.html
Fort Worth Zoo
www.fortworthzoo.com

Event: Moody Gardens Educator Open House
Date: October 7, 2006
Location: Galveston (Houston)
10am- 4pm.
Moody Gardens, Galveston
This free yearly event provides an opportunity for educators to find out what Moody Gardens in Galveston has to offer them. Educators receive free admission into all Moody Gardens attractions and a ticket for a free boxed lunch. Participate in guided tours and presentations; register for door prizes; gather free educational materials (while supplies last) and more!
Please call 1-800-582-4673 extension 4231 for information and reservations.
Note: you will be required to present some form of ID (support group membership card, current newsletter, ect)
Family members may purchase day passes for only $19 per person (no additional discounts apply). No reservations necessary.
http://www.moodygardens.com/educator-programs.html
Moody Gardens
www.moodygardens.org

Event: Bill Gaither in Concert - Homeschool Discount
Date: October 15, 2006
Location: Houston
Toyota Center
Sunday October 15, 2006 at 3:30pm
Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Bill Gaither and the Gaither Vocal Band are back on the road, bringing the Gaither Give It Away Tour 2006, "Throw Your Heart Wide Open – Give It Away " to Toyota Center on Sunday, October 15, 2006.
Group Discount Prices:
- $17.50, 23.50, $33.50
Order Deadline September 29, 2006, Tickets On Sale NOW!
Buy your tickets early to guarantee great seats!!!!!
To order contact Tiffany Hill at 713-758-7577
Bill Gaither in Concert Order Information.
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Event: Texas RenFest School Days Program
Date: October 24-26, 2006
Location: Plantersville (NW of Houston)
The Texas Renassaince Festival located NW of Houston offers a school days program. Homeschool groups are welcome to participate. Festival events, shows and activities are designed specifically for the School Days Program and will be both educational and entertaining. Not open to the general public.
Oct 24, 25, & 26, 2005
- Oct 24 - Elementary Day
- Oct 25 - Middle School Day
- Oct 26 - High School Day
These designated days are meant to be guides. Schools can choose which day they prefer to attend. Homeschoolers can select any day they feel will be appropriate for their students.
Cost is $5 for students, $5 for chaparones, $8 at the gate.
A ratio of 1 (one) adult chaperone to every 7 (seven) students is recommended. Chaperones MUST supervise their students at all times.
Rain or shine, no refunds. To request an information package call 1-800-458-3435 or email Julie@texrenfest.com.
http://www.texrenfest.com/school_days/School_Days_2006.htm
2006 School Days pdf registration form:
http://www.texrenfest.com/pdf/2006_SD_ResForm.pdf
Texas Renassaince Festival
www.texrenfest.com

Event: Performing and Visual Arts College Fairs
Date: Oct 24, 26, 2006
Location: Houston and Dallas
Oct 24: Houston Performing and Visual Arts College Fair
The Kinkaid School, 201 Kinkaid School Dr.
Houston, TX 77024
10/24: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
campus map:
http://www.kinkaid.org/main.php?menu_id=863
http://www.nacacnet.org/MemberPortal/Events/CollegeFairs/PVA/PHOI.htm
Oct 26th: Dallas Performing and Visual Arts College Fair
Southern Methodist University, Owen Fine Arts Center, Dallas, TX
10/26: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
campus map:
http://www.smu.edu/maps/download/meadows-school.asp
http://www.nacacnet.org/MemberPortal/Events/CollegeFairs/PVA/PDA.htm
The Performing and Visual Arts College Fairs are designed for students interested in pursuing undergraduate and graduate study in the areas of music, dance, theater, visual arts, graphic design, and other related disciplines. Attendees learn about educational opportunities, admission and fin-ancial aid, portfolio days, audition and entrance requirements, and much more by meeting with representatives from colleges, universities, conservatories, festivals and other educational institutions with specialized pro-grams in the visual and performing arts.
http://www.nacacnet.org/MemberPortal/Events/CollegeFairs/
NACAC
www.nacacnet.org

Event: THSC Leadership Retreat
Date: October 27-29, 2006
Location: New Braunfels
T-Bar M Resort
2549 Hwy. 46 West New Braunfels
http://www.thsc.org/retreat/default.asp
THSC - Texas Homeschool Coalition
www.thsc.org/

Event: TEXIAN MARKET DAYS
Date: October 28-29, 2006
Location: Richmond (Houston)
George Ranch, FM 762 in Richmond.
A celebration of our history and heritage and fundraiser for the Fort Bend Museum Association, including living history demonstrations, historic home tours, demonstrations and the TMD Arts & Crafts Marketplace, featuring the works of more than 100 artisans, gourmets and craftsmen.
George Ranch
www.georgeranch.org

November 2006

Event: 2006 Homeschool One-Act Play Competition
Date: November 4, 2006
Location: Waxahachie
HOMESCHOOLING THESPIANS OF ALL AGES:
Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie, Texas (about 35 miles south of Dallas)
2006 Homeschool One-Act Play Competition sponsored by ECCHO
All homeschoolers in Texas, of all grade levels, who have not yet graduated from high school and are age 19 and younger are eligible to participate. Participation is limited. Entries will be accepted in the order they are received. Early registration (with fee of $75) is to be postmarked by June 1, 2006. Regular registration (with fee of $100) is to be postmarked by Sept. 1, 2006.
For an entry form and rules, email eccho@ev1.net or visit: http://ecchoone-actplay.faithweb.com/index.html
ECCHO - Ellis County Christian Homeschool Organization
http://www.teach-at-home.com/hso/?group=eccho

Event: Evenings for Educators at MFAH
Date: Novemeber 7, 2006
Location: Houston
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Redefining the American West
Broaden your definition of Western art beyond cowboys and horses and consider how our view of the landscape changed during the 20th century. Featuring artists such as Frederic Remington, Georgia O´Keeffe, and Jackson Pollock this program examines how artists shape our view of the American West.
Please check back in August for updates.
For more information, call 713-639-7590 or e-mail schools@mfah.org
The Museum of Fine Arts (Houston)
http://mfah.org/

Event: Houston Rockets Homeschool Day
Date: November 14, 2006
Location: Houston
Toyota Center, Houston
Join us for another great Houston Rockets homeschool day on Tuesday, November 14. Order Now! Lower Level Seating! Order Early for Best Seats.
Rockets ORDER Information
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Event: Houston Zoo Educator Day
Date: November 18, 2006
Location: Houston
Houston Zoo
Join us on Saturday, November 18th from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. for a free day of workshops, environmental organizations, keeper chats, continuing education credits, and fun. Registration information and schedule will be available soon.
For more information see:
http://www.houstonzoo.org/educators
Houston Zoo
www.houstonzoo.org

Event: Homestead Heritage Craft and Children's Fair
Date: Thanksgiving weekend, 2006
Location: Elm Mott (Waco)
Homestead Heritage
Annual event held every Thanksgiving weekend.
Exposition of the crafts, skills, and life of Christian craftsmen and children.
(254) 829-0417
http://www.homesteadheritage.com/

Event: Homeschool Educational Cruise to Mayan ruins in Yucitan
Date: November 27 - Dec 1, 2006
Location: Galveston to Yucitan
Homeschoolers Educational Cruises - November 27, 2006
Mayan Ruins and Caribbean
Marine Waters in the Yucatan
We are offering this economical, educational excursion that could be of interest to Texas homeschoolers who possess the freedom to travel at off-season rates.
If this cruise gets a good response, they will set up additional tours.
5-Night - Carnival Cruise
$339 (category 4A stateroom)
Plus, $5.00 guided-excursion to Dzibilchaltun Ruins
Sail: Nov 27, 2006 Galveston to Progresso & Cozumel
Deposit: $50.00 by Mar 21 or $250 by July 30 (deposits fully refundable up to Sept 28, 2006)
Questions and reservations: (713) 305-8232
These are Special Group Rates for homeschoolers, their friends and families. These are cruise-vacations designed to combine education with family vacation.
homeschool cruise information flyer
TeacherEducationalCruises
www.teachereducationalcruises.com
(713) 305-8232
2323 Clear Lake City Blvd. Suite 180-124, Houston, TX 77062.

Event: Scholastic Warehouse Booksales
Date: Dec 6-22, 2006
Location: various locations - Houston, Waco, Arlington, San Antonio, Lubbock, and Edinburg
Each December and May, Scholastic Warehouses hold special half-price sales to thank educators for their support. Thousands of books for all ages to choose from, all at 50% off.
Please keep in mind that this is a working warehouse so all children must be closely supervised at all times. Strongly recommend keeping small children at home.
To print out pdf flyers for the location nearest you, go here: http://teacher.scholastic.com/fairs/warehouse/index.htm
additional secondary locations at above link.
Scholastic Warehouse 1/2 price booksales
http://www.scholastic.com
- Houston (281)894-8146 - 8270 Willow Place North #100
next door to the Aerodrome near Willowbrook Mall.
- Waco (254) 662-2665
7333 S. IH-35, Exit 328 - just south of Waco on IH-35
- DFW - Arlington
Arlington (817)557-4977
3470 South Watson Road, Arlington 76014
- San Antonio (210)599-8404 4646 Perrin Creek, Suite 200
From Austin and points north:
I-35 S to Randolph Blvd exit, stay on access road far right lane. Turn right at Day's Inn towards Loop 368 to Perrin Creek.
- Lubbock (806)748-0094
1501 South Loop 289, Lubbock
- Edinburg (956)316-1413 (McAllen area)
1710 E Southeast Industrial Dr, Edinburg
Exit for I-281 at Industrial Drive
Dates/Hours for Houston, Waco, Arlington, San Antonio, Lubbock, and Edinburg
Dec 6-22
Dec. 6th: 9 AM - 7 PM Purchase Order Day
Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 7 PM
Saturdays: 9 AM - 5 PM
Closed Sundays

Event: Broadway in Houston - Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Date: December 29 and 30, 2006
Location: Houston
Group sales for homeschoolers to see stars the world-famous Rockettes. Most famous for their eye high kicks and precision dancing, the Rockettes have strutted their way into the hearts of millions and continue to be a holiday tradition. . This is an opportunity for homeschoolers to get tickets at a discount.
Performance takes place at Hobby Center in Houston.
Order Now through Dec 1st!
Broadway in Houston ORDER Information

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