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SUMMARY:Carolina Pride Pastures
DESCRIPTION:Carolina Pride Pastures Field Trip\nby HERO Homeschoolers\nMonday\, September 28 @9:30 am\nAll ages — $6\n\n\nClick here to register for this Field trip hosted by HERO\n**HERO mask policy applies to all HERO events. Register by 9/24\nCarolina Pride Pastures: Alpaca Experience: 1416 SC Highway 34 Pomaria SC\nUnder a covered shelter\, we will be given a short educational presentation about alpacas and llamas. We will have the opportunity to feed the herd\, touch their fleece\, and take plenty of pictures. In addition\, we can explore water conservation\, the importance of pollinators\, a worm farm\, and so much more.\n\nRemember to Bring:\nWear comfortable shoes; you will be walking on uneven terrain. Pack a lunch if you’d like to enjoy a picnic. There are tables on-site or bring a blanket.\nOther Details:\nAdults and children 3 and under are free.\n\nSuggested Reading:\n\nAn Alpaca in My Pocket by Mindy J.B. Whitten\nAa is for Alpacas by Sue Carolane Figaro\nGrows a Sweater by Caroline Gregg\nPerky the Alpaca Story by Michal Ann Morrison\n\nQuestions: Contact HEROofIrmo@gmail.com or call (803) 743-5377
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/carolina-pride-pastures/
LOCATION:Firefly Games\, 736-C\, St Andrews Shopping Center\, 736 St Andrews R\, Columbia\, SC\, 29210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200925T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200925T143000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Bowling Classes
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Bowling Classes\nBy Stars and Strikes\n800 Lake Murray Blvd\, Irmo\nFridays at 1 pm -2:30 pm\nFriday\, Sept 18 — Nov 20\nStars and Strikes is hosting this Homeschool Bowling Club. It’s a 10-week program that includes 4 instructional sessions and 6 sessions of league bowling. USBC Certified Coaches will help your students learn to bowl\, plus math and physics. All ages are welcome (the only prerequisite is for the strength/ability to swing the ball). Price is $5/student per session. Pay as you go. \nMasks are required in the bowling alley and especially while we are in close proximity in the seating pits. Students are permitted to take of their masks while it is their turn to bowl\, while they are away from the other participants. \nClick here for Printable Registration form or email Mike Wagner MWagner@starsandstrikes.org to pre-register\nNOTE: this is a public event hosted by Stars and Strikes \nIf you can’t make it at the class time\, come any weekday from noon till 5 pm to get some PE on your own
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-bowling-classes-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200923T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200911T030241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T124742Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Project: Certified Wildlife Garden
DESCRIPTION:Garden Project: Certified Wildlife Garden\nHosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednesday\, Sept 23 @1 pm\nAt Harbison State Forest\nAll Ages: $3\nThis class/project is part of our Green Steps Environmental Education series. We have partnered with Harbison State Forest’s Certified Wildlife Habitat Garden as our “school” garden. \nThis project is an introduction/orientation to the garden and Green Steps plus a lesson on pollinators. We’ve got a grant that has provided pollinator-friendly plants that need to be planted now.\n\nGarden Project from 1-3 pm on Sept 23 at Harbison State Forest  5600 Broad River Rd\, Columbia\, SC 29212.\nCost: $3/student or $5/family to help fund our Green Steps projects \nWe’ll meet behind the Education Center (Note: the building is closed\, and we will not have access to restrooms). Parking fees are waived for this activity. We will still practice social distancing. But\, masks are recommended whenever we’re closer than 6 feet apart. \nPlease bring sunscreen\, bug repellant and comfortable clothing and footwear for working in the garden. Bring hand trowel/small shovel if you have one. Water bottles and hats are also advisable.\nIf it rains\, we will postpone this event until the 30th. \nContact Kim/Cola City Homeschoolers with any questions.\ncolacityinfo@gmail.com or 803-348-2419 \nThis activity was part of the projects for our 2020-2021 school year. Look for the 2021-2022 schedule soon.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/certified-wildlife-garden/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200922T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200920T224940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200920T224940Z
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SUMMARY:Minecraft Hide "n Seek
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Hide and Seek\nTuesday\, Sept 22 @ 4pm\nHosted by Cola City Minecraft Club\nCome play Hide and Seek on the Minecraft server in Minecraft Club. All club members are welcome to join! (If you’re not a member\, click here to join Fall Session for $5)\nRules:\n\nWe will determine who is ‘it’ with a random number generator\nEvery player starts in Spawn city\, the player who is ‘it’ will count to 30\, then chase everyone and find as many players as they can in 5 minutes.\nNO TELEPORTING. We have set up boundary walls as well\, otherwise you can just run into infinity and never get caught 😉 We will be watching closely\, if you are caught teleporting or digging under or through the boundary walls\, you’ll be disqualified from the game (the account\, for those who share accounts\, so keep your siblings accountable!)\nPlay Fair! No cheating\, telling where you saw someone hiding\, ect. All of our regular server rules also apply here.\n\nThe goal is to have as many players playing as we can. Stick around til the end of the game (about an hour or so of playing)\, there will be an in-game prize for participating!\n\nIf any of you that aren’t part of the club yet would like to join us\, we’ll get you set up with orientation prior to the Hide ‘n Seek event. The server is open for free building play 24/7. We also are doing monthly build contests with pretty cool in-game prizes!\nClick here to register for Minecraft Club
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/minecraft-hide-n-seek/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200922T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200922T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200914T004029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T004029Z
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SUMMARY:Park Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Park Meet-Up\nHosted by Cola City\nTuesday\, Sept 22 @11:30 am\nCome meet-up with other homeschoolers. Tuesday\, Sept 22 at 11:30 am at Springdale Park\, 2915 Platt Springs Road\, Springdale\, SC 29170 \nBring kickballs and other lawn games to play. There’s a playground and a spray pool (if it’s still running after Labor Day). \nMore info about this park location: https://www.lcrac.com/Default.aspx?tabid=362897 \nLook for Susan to meet you: Call or text if you need to reach her (803) 772-2676\nIf this is your first meet-up with us\, fill out this form so we can send you a reminder email and know to keep an eye out for you!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/park-meetup/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200921T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200911T033023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T011016Z
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SUMMARY:Planning Meeting: Career Day/Job Shadowing
DESCRIPTION:Parent/Teen Planning Meeting\nHosted by Cola City\nMonday\, Sept 21 @12 pm\nOnline/Virtual\nWe’re planning a career day and job shadowing opportunities for teens. Come brainstorm with us about it–join our planning team to help organize and recruit participants. Parents and teens can join in this discussion and planning.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/career-day-planning/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200918T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200918T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200913T221026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T011751Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Bowling Classes
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Bowling Classes\nBy Stars and Strikes\n800 Lake Murray Blvd\, Irmo\nFridays at 1 pm -2:30 pm\nFriday\, Sept 18 — Nov 20\nStars and Strikes is hosting this Homeschool Bowling Club. It’s a 10-week program that includes 4 instructional sessions and 6 sessions of league bowling. USBC Certified Coaches will help your students learn to bowl\, plus math and physics. All ages are welcome (the only prerequisite is for the strength/ability to swing the ball). Price is $5/student per session. Pay as you go. \nMasks are required in the bowling alley and especially while we are in close proximity in the seating pits. Students are permitted to take off their masks while it is their turn to bowl\, while they are away from the other participants. \nClick here for Printable Registration form or email Mike Wagner MWagner@starsandstrikes.org to pre-register\nNOTE: this is a public event hosted by Stars and Strikes \nIf you can’t make it at the class time\, come any weekday from noon till 5 pm to get some PE on your own:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-bowling-classes/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200915T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200915T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
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SUMMARY:Park Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Park Meet-Up\nHosted by Cola City\nTuesday\, Sept 15 @11:30 am\nCome meet-up with other homeschoolers. Tuesday\, Sept 15 at 11:30 am at Springdale Park\, 2915 Platt Springs Road\, Springdale\, SC 29170 \nBring kickballs and other lawn games to play. There’s a playground and a spray pool (if it’s still running after Labor Day). \nMore info about this park location: https://www.lcrac.com/Default.aspx?tabid=362897 \nLook for Susan to meet you: Call or text if you need to reach her (803) 772-2676\nIf this is your first meet-up with us\, fill out this form so we can send you a reminder email and know to keep an eye out for you!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/park-meet-up-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200911T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
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SUMMARY:Bowling Party!
DESCRIPTION: Home School Bowling Party\nFriday Sept. 11 from 1pm-2:30pm\n11 am-12:30 pm\nAll Ages\nFREE (includes shoes\, too) \nNOTE: Due to the popularity of this event\, we have closed the registrations for the 1 pm time slot and opened another time at 11 am-12:30 pm. Please only sign up for the new session\, if you were not able to get in to the other one. \nThis party includes bowling\, pizza\, soda\, and ice cream plus you’ll get a chance to sign up for our upcoming Home School Bowling Program at Stars and Strikes\, 800 Lake Murray Blvd\, Irmo\, SC 29063.  Meet other homeschoolers and get some exercise!\nMasks are required inside the building. Lanes and balls are sanitized between groups. \n \nThe Series of homeschool classes will be on Fridays at 1 pm. $5 per player/each week\, includes shoes\, 2 games\, and bowling instruction (plus math and physics for educational value!)\nTry this FREE introductory PARTY for FREE!!! \nPre-register for the Bowling Party on the form here so we can prepare for the number of attendees at 11 am-12:30 pm:\nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/bowling-party/
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200908T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200908T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
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SUMMARY:Park Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Park Meet-Up\nHosted by Cola City\nTuesday\, Sept 8 @11:30 am\nCome meet-up with other homeschoolers. Tuesday\, Sept 8 at 11:30 am at Springdale Park\, 2915 Platt Springs Road\, Springdale\, SC 29170 \nBring kickballs and other lawn games to play. There’s a playground and a spraypool (if it’s still running after Labor Day). \nMore info about this park location: https://www.lcrac.com/Default.aspx?tabid=362897 \nLook for Susan to meet you: Call or text if you need to reach her (803) 772-2676\nFill out this form so we can send you a reminder email and know to keep an eye out for you!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/park-meet-up-2/
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200901T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200901T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200831T005251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200831T005251Z
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SUMMARY:Park Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Park Meet-Up\nHosted by Cola City\nTuesday\, Sept 1 @11:30 am\nCome meet-up with other homeschoolers. Tuesday\, Sept 1 at 11:30 am at Guinyard Park 964 Axtell Dr\, Cayce\, SC 29033 \nBring bikes and scooters to play on the paved path. There’s also a little creek to play in\, if you wish (bring towels for the car ride home\, just in case!) \nMore info about this park location: https://www.sctrails.net/trails/trail/guignard-park  \nLook for Susan to meet you: Call or text if you need to reach her (803) 772-2676\nFill out this form so we can send you a reminder email and know to keep an eye out for you!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/park-meet-up/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200829T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200819T021308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T021308Z
UID:26181-1598695200-1598713200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:How To Homeschool Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Getting Started Homeschool Workshop\nSaturday\, August 29 @10 am\nZoom Workshop\nor\nHomeschooling High School Workshop\nSaturday\, August 29 @1 pm\nZoom Workshop\nHosted by SC TOP Homeschool Association\nGetting Started Homeschooling Workshop: Everything you need to know about getting started in homeschooling. Record-keeping requirements\, choosing curriculum\, and what about socialization\, too! Free admission for SC TOP members; $5 for non-members. Click here to pre-register. \nHomeschooling High School Workshop: Everything you need to know about homeschooling High School. Transcripts\, Credits\, and Planning for College. You can absolutely do this so the doors of opportunity open for your homeschool graduate! Free admission for SC TOP members; $10 for non-members.  Click here to pre-register.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/how-to-homeschool-workshops/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200828T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200828T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200822T170759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200822T230613Z
UID:26184-1598639400-1598643000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Minecraft Hide 'n Seek Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Hide and Seek\nFriday\, August 28 @6:30pm\nHosted by Cola City Minecraft Club\nCome play Hide and Seek on the Minecraft server in Minecraft Club. All club members are welcome to join! (If you’re not a member\, click here to join Fall Session for $5)\nRules:\n\nWe will determine who is ‘it’ with a random number generator\nEvery player starts in Spawn city\, the player who is ‘it’ will count to 30\, then chase everyone and find as many players as they can in 5 minutes.\nNO TELEPORTING. We have set up boundary walls as well\, otherwise you can just run into infinity and never get caught 😉 We will be watching closely\, if you are caught teleporting or digging under or through the boundary walls\, you’ll be disqualified from the game (the account\, for those who share accounts\, so keep your siblings accountable!)\nPlay Fair! No cheating\, telling where you saw someone hiding\, ect. All of our regular server rules also apply here.\n\nThe goal is to have as many players playing as we can. Stick around til the end of the game (about an hour or so of playing)\, there will be an in-game prize for participating!\n\nIf any of you that aren’t part of the club yet would like to join us\, we’ll get you set up with orientation prior to the Hide ‘n Seek event. The server is open for free building play 24/7. We also are doing monthly build contests with pretty cool in-game prizes!\nClick here to register for Minecraft Club
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/minecraft-hide-n-seek-meet-up/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200826T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200818T014902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T132653Z
UID:26172-1598439600-1598446800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Not Back To School Bash
DESCRIPTION:Not Back To School Bash\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednesday\, August 26 @11 am\nSeven Oaks Park\nCome celebrate the start of our homeschool year. Meet some new friends\, with a bit of social distancing. Masks recommended during close contact.\nSeven Oaks Park has Frisbee Golf and a Playground. Bathrooms might not be open\, but there are businesses nearby (a short drive up the road).\nLocation: 200 Leisure Lane\, Columbia \n\nBring your bikes and scooters to ride on the paved pathway.\nWe’ll also have sidewalk chalk available\nAnd FREE Ranger Rick magazines for all participants.\n\nBring your own sunscreen and water bottles.\nContact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions. Call or text Kim if you get lost along the way 803-348-2419.\nRSVP on the form so we know to keep an eye out for you!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/not-back-to-school-bash/
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200819T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200721T205248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T205248Z
UID:26122-1597834800-1597838400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:IEW High School Course Begins
DESCRIPTION:IEW Structure and Style for Students Level C (High School)\nKimberly Kelley\, IEW Registered Instructor\nClasses by Cola City Homeschoolers \nCourse Description: Using the Structure and Style Writing Method from the Institute for Excellence in Writing\, students will take notes\, summarize\, write stories\, produce a research report\, and compose essays. Homework assignments are to be completed and turned in daily. Personalized feedback will be given on writing assignments. This new IEW course brings a successful solution to your writing lessons! \nThis class will provide one-half credit in English composition. Add in your own literature for full English credit. \nAbout the Instructor: Kimberly Kelley is a local homeschooler with 17 years experience approved by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact her with any questions: thinkingkids@gmail.com \nSchedule: Two Semesters\, 15 weeks each. Classes meet Wednesdays\, 11:00 AM Eastern. Starting August 19. \nCost: $150 plus required materials\nClick HERE for more information and registration
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/iew-high-school-course-begins/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200808T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200726T000133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200726T000133Z
UID:26159-1596873600-1596992400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Unschool Conference 2
DESCRIPTION:Unschool Virtual Conference\nby NorthEast Unschoolers\nSaturdays/Sundays in August\nFREE\nThe Northeast Unschooling Conference is the first-ever unschooling conference to be organized entirely by grown Unschoolers! This year the confererence has gone virtual and is FREE.\nThis four week long à la carte event series will come to you every Saturday and Sunday in August\, with each weekend’s events surrounding a unique theme. These events will be open to anyone in the community\, anywhere in the world\, completely free\, with options to attend both live or view recorded sessions (with the exception of support spaces and certain discussions which will not be recorded). \nCome one come all.\nClick HERE for more information and access to the webinar sessions
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/unschool-conference-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200806T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200721T214226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200726T124418Z
UID:26129-1596718800-1596722400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Media Literacy 101
DESCRIPTION:Media Literacy: Can You Spot Fake News?\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers\nThursday\, August 6 @1 pm\nAges: Teens (and adults)\nCost $25\nClass Description: \nIn a world where everyone is a journalist\, it can be very difficult to know if the information you are seeing is true\, especially for kids/ teens. This Media Literacy class will promote critical thinking skills that will empower your child to make informed decisions. In this class\, they will be introduced to key media literacy concepts through the use of fill in the blank notes\, games\, and real-life examples. They will learn how to spot fake news using their myth-busting toolkit they will be given during a one-hour class presentation. \nIn addition\,  students will have access to a google classroom and flipgrid for additional resources and continued discussions about fake news. The rest of the course is self paced to dig deeper into media literacy. We’d like to start a journalism club with written articles using reliable\, credible sources of information.\nControverial/political topics will be discussed during this class. \nClick HERE for more information and registration
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/media-literacy-101/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200803T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200803T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200725T231917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200725T232309Z
UID:26149-1596486600-1596486600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Making Sense of Teaching Writing Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Making Sense of Teaching Writing Webinar\nby IEW\nMonday\, August 3 at 8:30 pm (7:30 pm CT)\nFree\nTeaching writing well is not only possible; it can be enjoyable! Come and learn about an effective and easy-to-use approach for the very reluctant child as well as the natural writer. Using models\, checklists\, and a clear pathway for “EZ + 1” skill progression\, the Structure and Style® composition program is guaranteed to instill confidence and build competence in students of all ages and aptitudes. \nIf you know of someone interested in IEW\, please pass this webinar information on to them. \nThis webinar is for people who have never experienced IEW or new IEW users that are not very familiar with our program. \nClick HERE for more information and to preregister \nNOTE: Cola City is offering a High School Writing course\, click HERE for more information and registration
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/making-sense-of-teaching-writing-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200801T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200725T235844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200725T235844Z
UID:26156-1596268800-1596387600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Unschool Conference
DESCRIPTION:Unschool Virtual Conference\nby NorthEast Unschoolers\nSaturdays/Sundays in August\nFREE\nThe Northeast Unschooling Conference is the first-ever unschooling conference to be organized entirely by grown Unschoolers! This year the confererence has gone virtual and is FREE.\nThis four week long à la carte event series will come to you every Saturday and Sunday in August\, with each weekend’s events surrounding a unique theme. These events will be open to anyone in the community\, anywhere in the world\, completely free\, with options to attend both live or view recorded sessions (with the exception of support spaces and certain discussions which will not be recorded). \nCome one come all.\nClick HERE for more information and access to the webinar sessions
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/unschool-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200730T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200724T154151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T154307Z
UID:26142-1596132000-1596135600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Dual Enrollment Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Dual Enrollment Virtual Info Session\nby Midlands Tech\nThursday\, July 30\, 2020 6:00pm – 7:00pm\nHigh school students (and Parents)\nFREE\n\nGet ahead this fall with new online and virtual college courses at MTC. You Have Options\nHere are the four course delivery modes that all provide safe value\, close to home. Be sure to search the MTC course offerings to create a schedule that fits your comfort level. \n\nON-CAMPUS – Traditional. Classes meet on campus.\nVIRTUAL – 100% online. Meets with a live instructor on specific days\, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software\, like Zoom.\nHYBRID – Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual.\nONLINE – 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time.\n\nLearn more at a dual enrollment virtual info session. \nStudents and parents/guardians welcome to attend.\nCLICK HERE to register
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/dual-enrollment-info-session/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200730T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200730T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
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SUMMARY:Project Learning Tree Educator Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Project Learning Tree Educator Workshop\nThursday\, July 30 from 10-11:30 am\nVirtual — Free\nDesigned for 3rd-5th grade teachers\, the Energy in Ecosystems E-Unitinvesti gates ways in which organisms depend on each other to survive and thrive. This self-contained unit of instruction is fully online\, making it easy for teachers to access and use. Students focus on forests (one of the largest and most complex types of ecosystems) and come to understand some of the interactions\npresent in all ecosystems. In doing so\, they learn to appreciate the natural systems on which we depend and begin to widen their circle of compassion to include all of nature. \nParticipants will first partake in a 1.5 hour live video conference in which they will get acquainted with the South Carolina state program\, learn about helpful online resources\, and participate in two PLT activities. They will then get access to an electronic copy of the activity guide and the accompanying online professional development training\, which will be completed individually. Once completed\, participants will receive an official certificate of completion from the SC PLT program. \nClick here for more information about the e-learning unit \nClick HERE to register
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/project-learning-tree-educator-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200727T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200727T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
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SUMMARY:Nature Hike @Peachtree Rock
DESCRIPTION:Nature Hike @Peachtree Rock\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers\nMonday\, July 27 @11 am\nAll ages\, FREE\nThis ranger-led nature hike at Harbison State Forest has been canceled. We will instead be going to Peachtree Rock\, 3582 SC-6\, Lexington\, SC 29073.\nAll ages are welcome. This is RAIN or SHINE!\nFREE participation. \nWe ask that you meet the parking area at 11 am. It’s a short hike to a small waterfall and climbing rocks area. We will practice social distancing\, Masks are optional while we are outside. \nPlease bring sunscreen\, bug repellant and comfortable clothing and footwear for hiking. Water bottles and hats are also advisable. \nQuestions? Contact colacityinfo@gmail.com\nCall or text Kim if you get lost along the way or are running late: 803-348-2419\nComplete the following form so we know you’re coming\, and we have your contact information in case the plan changes. \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/nature-hike-harbison-state-forest/
LOCATION:Firefly Games\, 736-C\, St Andrews Shopping Center\, 736 St Andrews R\, Columbia\, SC\, 29210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200727T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200608T133140Z
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SUMMARY:Abii's Math Adventures Camp--at Midlands Tech
DESCRIPTION:ABii’s Math Adventures Camp\nAt Midlands Tech\nGrades 2-3/4-5 — $100\n2nd-3rd Grade: 9:00AM – Noon\n4th-5th Grade: 1:00PM – 4:00PM \nSTEM\, Math\, Design Thinking\, & Fun with ABii! ABii and her friends combine cutting-edge artificial intelligence with proven teaching techniques. Van Robotics’ goal is to educate and delight students while innovating in the education space. \nClick HERE to register
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/abiis-math-adventures-camp/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200727T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200801T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200616T085950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T091145Z
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SUMMARY:Reimagine Education Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Reimagine Education Virtual Homeschool Conference\nJuly 27-August 1\nVirtual event — $10\nWhat will you do when the second wave of COVID hits? How will you educate your children? Do you find yourself suddenly homeschooling? Join family\, education\, sports\, and mental health experts to learn strategies to successfully educate your children during the pandemic. Featured topics: Education/Curriculum\, Working Parents\, Special Education\, Local Support\, Marriage/Family. \nClick HERE to register
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/reimagine-education-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200726
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200524T162757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T090055Z
UID:25878-1595548800-1595721599@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Southeast Homeschool Expo
DESCRIPTION:Southeast Homeschool Expo\nCobb Galleria Centre – Atlanta\, GA\nJune 24-25\nServing Families with Education Resources\, Encouragement\, and Excitement Since 1992!\nDedicated to Encouraging Parents as they Raise and Educate their Children – “Get Wisdom Get Knowledge – Forget It Not” \nCome to a convention where you can see all kinds of home education materials! You can buy on-site and order too! Instead of just shopping online\, you can actually see the home school curriculum and homeschooling books and make better informed decisions. Hear the best in homeschool speakers that bring wisdom and helpful advice on how to educate children. \nClick HERE for more information and registration
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/southeast-homeschool-expo/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200720T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200720T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200630T023131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200630T023131Z
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SUMMARY:Physics Fun Mini-Course
DESCRIPTION:Physics Fun\nBy Varsity Tutors\nM/W/F\, starting July 20 @1 pm\n9th-10th grades — FREE\nConduct at-home physics experiments to learn about forces\, energy\, and matter – and to find results that will wow your friends and family. Join us and an expert instructor for this live\, hands-on\, experiential learning class. This small-group course is designed to be highly collaborative and allows the instructor to interact with each student.  6 sessions\, 1 hour each session. \nClick HERE to register (and find other classes dates/times)
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/physics-fun-mini-course/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200720T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200616T093240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T093240Z
UID:26037-1595232000-1595610000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Culinary Virtual Tour with 4H
DESCRIPTION:Culinary Virtual Tour\nBy 4H\nJuly 20-24\nAll Ages — $15\nThe 4-H International Culinary Tour will bring you virtual daily activities as we travel the world virtually in search of food and culture. \nAn International Culinary Tour: A Virtual 4-H Summer Camp for Newberry\, Saluda\, Aiken\, and Edgefield Counties will provide daily activities that expose youth to a different country each day. Registrants will receive an email on Monday\, July 20 with instructions for each day. We will explore each country using recipes\, virtual tours\, hands-on activities\, books\, and more. Each day should take approximately 1 hour and will not require youth to sit in front of a screen the entire time. \nThere are 2 ticket types available. A $15 registration will purchase entry into the Google Classroom and a packet of any hard to find materials for the activities. A FREE ticket will purchase entry into the Google Classroom but will not provide any materials. Families with more than one participant will be able to purchase one packet if needed and register everyone else for free. \nClick HERE to register
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/culinary-virtual-tour-with-4h/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200714T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200714T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200630T022532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200630T022532Z
UID:26056-1594731600-1594735200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Clean Up Your Writing Course
DESCRIPTION:Clean Up Your Writing Course\nBy Varsity Tutors\nTues/Thurs\, starting July 14 @1 pm\n11th-12th grades — FREE\nEver need to get the point across but have a limited word count? This class will focus on pinpointing your writing to a fine edge by removing clutter\, shortening run-on sentences\, finding single words that replace multiple words\, and when to use or lose exclamation points. This class will also be valuable for students writing college application essays where succinct writing is a must. 4 sessions in series\, 1 hour each session. \nClick HERE to register (and see other class times/dates)
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/clean-up-your-writing-course/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200713T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200630T130035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200630T130035Z
UID:26066-1594634400-1594659600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day at Shipwreck Cove
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day at Shipwreck Cove\nMonday\, July 13 @10 am.\nAll ages — $7/student\n$7/student. 1 free adult chaperone per family. Tell them at the check-in that you’re homeschooling\, in order to get the discount.\nShipwreck Cove is located 119 South Spencer Street\, Duncan\, SC 29334 \nClick HERE for more information about the waterpark
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-day-at-shipwreck-cove/
LOCATION:Firefly Games\, 736-C\, St Andrews Shopping Center\, 736 St Andrews R\, Columbia\, SC\, 29210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200708T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200708T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203610
CREATED:20200630T021721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200630T021757Z
UID:26052-1594202400-1594206000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Magical Potions Course
DESCRIPTION:Magical Potions Course\nBy Varsity Tutors\nWednesdays\, starting July 8 @10 am\n4th-5th grade — FREE\nPresto Change-o! In this class\, you will learn how to make all kinds of potions that bubble\, fizz\, color change just like you would in wizarding school! 5 classes\, 1 hour each session. \nClick HERE to register (and see other class dates/times)
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/magical-potions-course/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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