WHO: The Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum (PWAM) and Pueblo Historical
Aircraft Society (PHAS)
WHAT: will host a presentation by Lt. Commander John Bradford ( US
Navy Retired) detailing his experiences recovering astronauts with
the Project Mercury Program from their ocean landings or "splash
downs".
WHERE: At the Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum located on the grounds
of the Pueblo, Memorial Airport 31001 Magnuson Ave. The Pueblo
Memorial Airport (PUB) is located six miles east of Pueblo Colorado
on Colorado 96/US Highway 50 East.
WHEN: 5 May 2008 starting at 7 PM.
COST: Admission is FREE. Donations greatly appreciated.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Contact the Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum at
(719)948-9219 or by email at service@pwam.org . Visit the museum's
website at www.pwam.org .
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The Project Mercury program was the first US
manned space program and consisted of sub orbital and orbital
missions. Lt. Commander Bradford is a retired Naval Aviator with
experience flying a variety of US Navy aircraft.
Jason Unwin
Education Officer
Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum
www.pwam.org
(719)948-9219
service@pwam.org
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
NASA LIVE WEBCAST TODAY 4/30 1PM EDT w/ STS-125 Shuttle Crew
Join NASA's Digital Learning Network for a live webcast with the STS-125 space shuttle crew. The crew will be launching later this year to service the Hubble Space Telescope. The event will highlight the historic mission and explore the unique career diversity of the STS-125 crew. Special emphasis will be on the use of this team's science, technology, engineering and mathematics skills in the work they do today and will do while in space.
The webcast will be broadcast live on April 30, 2008, at 1 p.m. EDT.
For more information about this webcast event, visit http://dln.nasa.gov/dln/.
The webcast will be broadcast live on April 30, 2008, at 1 p.m. EDT.
For more information about this webcast event, visit http://dln.nasa.gov/dln/.
Rio Rancho: Concert by the Enchanters & Amateur Radio Program--@ the libraries, check for details
Please see the attached press release. Feel free to contact me with any
questions. Thanks.
Terrie Erskine
Adult Programs Coordinator
Rio Rancho Public Library
755 Loma Colorado Drive NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
505-891-5013, Ext. 3039
Press Release
Contact: Terrie Erskine
Phone: (505) 891-5013, Ext. 3039
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
9 A.M. MST, April 28, 2008
The enchanters will be singing at the loma colorado main library
Event: Concert by The Enchanters
Date & Time: Thursday, May 8, 2008, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.
Location: Loma Colorado Main Library Auditorium
755 Loma Colorado Drive NE, Rio Rancho, NM
Admission: Free for all ages. Free tickets required.
Information: Adult Services Dept., (505) 891-5013, Ext. 3030
Description: The Enchanters, a mixed choral group, will be performing at the Loma Colorado Main Library (Rio Rancho Public Library) on Thursday evening, May, from 6:30 – 7:45 pm. The 9 men and 8 women will sing a variety of songs, including jazz, gospel and showtunes.
For four decades, the talented group has been entertaining audiences. Their predecessor was The Bel Cantos, a group that was founded in the 1950’s by Norman Russell Bell. In the 1960s, its name was changed to The Enchanters. Although the selection of works performed by the Enchanters has evolved somewhat from that of the Bel Cantos, it is still is rooted in that choral tradition.
The ensemble’s roster has varied over the years, but several members have been singing with the chorus for many years. Not all the members perform at each concert; the ensemble on May 8 will consist of 4 basses, 3 tenors, 4 altos and 6 sopranos. Frank Johnson is the chorus’s current director and will provide the piano accompaniment for this concert.
To maintain a repertoire of songs and excellence in performance, the group has weekly 2 hour rehearsals during its active season, which is from early September to the end of May. The group does accept new members. Anyone wishing to audition can contact Marge Velasquez at (505) 892-0754.
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Rio Rancho Public Library 950 Pinetree Rd. SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
891-5012
Press Release
Contact: Rob Nankin
Phone: (505) 891-5225
FOR RELEASE:
ASAP
Amateur Radio Program
The High Desert Amateur Radio Club of New Mexico will be giving a presentation on amateur radio at the Esther Bone Memorial Library. The program is to be held on Saturday, May 31st at 10:00 am in the library program room.
This program is free and no prior sign-ups are required. The workshop is geared to all ages. If you need more information you may contact the library at 891-5012, extension 3128 or email rnankin@ci.rio-rancho.nm.us.
The program will cover a brief history of amateur radio, how to become an amateur radio operator, different call areas in the United States and beyond, and much more. Please join the library to learn more about this fascinating hobby.
questions. Thanks.
Terrie Erskine
Adult Programs Coordinator
Rio Rancho Public Library
755 Loma Colorado Drive NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
505-891-5013, Ext. 3039
Press Release
Contact: Terrie Erskine
Phone: (505) 891-5013, Ext. 3039
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
9 A.M. MST, April 28, 2008
The enchanters will be singing at the loma colorado main library
Event: Concert by The Enchanters
Date & Time: Thursday, May 8, 2008, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.
Location: Loma Colorado Main Library Auditorium
755 Loma Colorado Drive NE, Rio Rancho, NM
Admission: Free for all ages. Free tickets required.
Information: Adult Services Dept., (505) 891-5013, Ext. 3030
Description: The Enchanters, a mixed choral group, will be performing at the Loma Colorado Main Library (Rio Rancho Public Library) on Thursday evening, May, from 6:30 – 7:45 pm. The 9 men and 8 women will sing a variety of songs, including jazz, gospel and showtunes.
For four decades, the talented group has been entertaining audiences. Their predecessor was The Bel Cantos, a group that was founded in the 1950’s by Norman Russell Bell. In the 1960s, its name was changed to The Enchanters. Although the selection of works performed by the Enchanters has evolved somewhat from that of the Bel Cantos, it is still is rooted in that choral tradition.
The ensemble’s roster has varied over the years, but several members have been singing with the chorus for many years. Not all the members perform at each concert; the ensemble on May 8 will consist of 4 basses, 3 tenors, 4 altos and 6 sopranos. Frank Johnson is the chorus’s current director and will provide the piano accompaniment for this concert.
To maintain a repertoire of songs and excellence in performance, the group has weekly 2 hour rehearsals during its active season, which is from early September to the end of May. The group does accept new members. Anyone wishing to audition can contact Marge Velasquez at (505) 892-0754.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Rio Rancho Public Library 950 Pinetree Rd. SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
891-5012
Press Release
Contact: Rob Nankin
Phone: (505) 891-5225
FOR RELEASE:
ASAP
Amateur Radio Program
The High Desert Amateur Radio Club of New Mexico will be giving a presentation on amateur radio at the Esther Bone Memorial Library. The program is to be held on Saturday, May 31st at 10:00 am in the library program room.
This program is free and no prior sign-ups are required. The workshop is geared to all ages. If you need more information you may contact the library at 891-5012, extension 3128 or email rnankin@ci.rio-rancho.nm.us.
The program will cover a brief history of amateur radio, how to become an amateur radio operator, different call areas in the United States and beyond, and much more. Please join the library to learn more about this fascinating hobby.
Christian Assoc. Parent Educators (CAPE) Newsletter
CAPE-NM
Christian Association of Parent Educators-NM
dedicated to serving the home school community
Inform Encourage Support Protect Defend Preserve
----------------------------------------------------------
HEADLINES
1. Next school year needs 181 days of instruction
2. National Day of Prayer this Thursday, May 1, 2008.
3. CAPE resource manual under revision
4. Convention CDs are available
DETAILS
1. Next school year needs 181 days of instruction
A fresh review of NM state statute and PED policy has revealed at least two areas where our information needed to be updated. This information was not presented at the convention, so please alert your support groups and your fellow home educators.
The last legislative session did increase the minimum number of school days for all districts by one day. While districts may provide more than the minimum, they may not provide less, and so the new minimum is at least 181 days.
Home schools are required by law to provide the same number of school days as their local district, so the new minimum for us is 181, and it would be a good idea to verify that with your local district as well.
The changes have not caught up with the PED website that informs home schoolers either, but we will update the CAPE website as quickly as possible.
The second change is that in the past, teacher in-service days were included with instructional days, and that is no longer the case. Instruction days are exclusive of in-service days.
All you need to do is plan for 181 or more instructional days in your 2008-2009 school year schedule, and keep a copy of that plan.
2. National Day of Prayer this Thursday, May 1, 2008.
This year’s theme comes from Psalm 28:7
"The Lord is my strength and shield;
My heart trusts in Him and I am helped."
In Santa Fe, one event will be in the Capitol Rotunda from 12 noon to 1:00.
Santa Fe pastor Glenn Strock reminds us all, “As a people our nation faces a future full of change and major social issues that will call for a firm foundation of prayer. Praise God that He inhabits the prayers of His people.”
If you can’t get to Santa Fe, most communities are also participating. Go to the National Day of Prayer Task Force website at www.ndptf.org for more information.
And, you can also make it a family day of prayer for the nation.
3. CAPE resource manual under revision
The CAPE-NM Resource Manual for Beginners and Veterans has been updated with inserts that reflect changes since the last printing. It is now undergoing a complete revision and will be republished before the end of the summer.
If you have always thought YOUR favorite curriculum or area of interest needs to be included, this is your chance to tell us! Please respond in the next two weeks. Suggested changes need to be made by May 10 to be considered.
4. Convention CDs are available
Miss the convention? Or maybe you attended and couldn’t figure out how to attend two or three workshops at once? Go to http://cape-nm.org/pages/capenm/convention/recordings.php
for CD and MP3 ordering information.
Blessings,
The CAPE-NM Board of Directors
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CAPE-NM
P. O. Box 3203
Moriarty, NM 87035
info@cape-nm.org
Christian Association of Parent Educators-NM
dedicated to serving the home school community
Inform Encourage Support Protect Defend Preserve
----------------------------------------------------------
HEADLINES
1. Next school year needs 181 days of instruction
2. National Day of Prayer this Thursday, May 1, 2008.
3. CAPE resource manual under revision
4. Convention CDs are available
DETAILS
1. Next school year needs 181 days of instruction
A fresh review of NM state statute and PED policy has revealed at least two areas where our information needed to be updated. This information was not presented at the convention, so please alert your support groups and your fellow home educators.
The last legislative session did increase the minimum number of school days for all districts by one day. While districts may provide more than the minimum, they may not provide less, and so the new minimum is at least 181 days.
Home schools are required by law to provide the same number of school days as their local district, so the new minimum for us is 181, and it would be a good idea to verify that with your local district as well.
The changes have not caught up with the PED website that informs home schoolers either, but we will update the CAPE website as quickly as possible.
The second change is that in the past, teacher in-service days were included with instructional days, and that is no longer the case. Instruction days are exclusive of in-service days.
All you need to do is plan for 181 or more instructional days in your 2008-2009 school year schedule, and keep a copy of that plan.
2. National Day of Prayer this Thursday, May 1, 2008.
This year’s theme comes from Psalm 28:7
"The Lord is my strength and shield;
My heart trusts in Him and I am helped."
In Santa Fe, one event will be in the Capitol Rotunda from 12 noon to 1:00.
Santa Fe pastor Glenn Strock reminds us all, “As a people our nation faces a future full of change and major social issues that will call for a firm foundation of prayer. Praise God that He inhabits the prayers of His people.”
If you can’t get to Santa Fe, most communities are also participating. Go to the National Day of Prayer Task Force website at www.ndptf.org for more information.
And, you can also make it a family day of prayer for the nation.
3. CAPE resource manual under revision
The CAPE-NM Resource Manual for Beginners and Veterans has been updated with inserts that reflect changes since the last printing. It is now undergoing a complete revision and will be republished before the end of the summer.
If you have always thought YOUR favorite curriculum or area of interest needs to be included, this is your chance to tell us! Please respond in the next two weeks. Suggested changes need to be made by May 10 to be considered.
4. Convention CDs are available
Miss the convention? Or maybe you attended and couldn’t figure out how to attend two or three workshops at once? Go to http://cape-nm.org/pages/capenm/convention/recordings.php
for CD and MP3 ordering information.
Blessings,
The CAPE-NM Board of Directors
----------------------------------------------------------
CAPE-NM
P. O. Box 3203
Moriarty, NM 87035
info@cape-nm.org
Central NM Happenings From the Blog - 30 April--Basketball/Volleyball Camps and more
Items on the Homeschooling in Central New Mexico - Los Alamos blog:
Library May Newsletter
BioPark Events for week of 30 Apr.
Basketball Camp - All ages
Volleyball Camp - All ages
LAHS CRC Update 28 April
http://losalamoshomeschool.blogspot.com/
Library May Newsletter
BioPark Events for week of 30 Apr.
Basketball Camp - All ages
Volleyball Camp - All ages
LAHS CRC Update 28 April
http://losalamoshomeschool.blogspot.com/
Homeschooler Discount Days to Walt Disney World, FL-Planning a Trip?
Hi Tabitha,
Thank you for offering to post my info for me. If you're sure you don't
mind, this is what I've been sending out:
=====================
Hi everyone,
I'm trying to spread the word about my Disney World trip this fall (Labor
Day week). Disney has finally confirmed they're offering free dining again
during the time we'll be there and we can start reserving the free dining
packages now. I'm trying to reach as many homeschoolers as possible so they
can take advantage of it before availability runs out. (They said that there
would be fewer packages this year.)
I'm located in South Carolina, but all homeschoolers are welcome to join us
on our trip. We're trying to get more older homeschoolers to join us this
year, if possible, so that we can reserve the higher level educational
programs (with more of a career and behind-the-scenes focus) in addition to
the elementary and middle school programs. We're not travel agents and don't
make a commission on rooms (as a matter of fact, all of our travelers choose
their own hotels and reserve themselves). We just want the opportunity to
enjoy more of the educational programs this year and need more older
homeschoolers to make the minimum for the programs.
Our tickets will be heavily discounted, and will include theme parks, water
parks, Disney Quest, and special educational programs. The free dining just
makes the deal even better!
For more information, please visit
http://www.carolinahomeschooler.com/travelwdw.htm
To receive trip updates, join our Traveling Homeschoolers mailing list at
http://www.carolinahomeschooler.com/lists.htm
Warmly,
Dianna
=====================
Thank you, again. I appreciate your time and hope someone in your group can
join us.
Warmly,
Dianna
Thank you for offering to post my info for me. If you're sure you don't
mind, this is what I've been sending out:
=====================
Hi everyone,
I'm trying to spread the word about my Disney World trip this fall (Labor
Day week). Disney has finally confirmed they're offering free dining again
during the time we'll be there and we can start reserving the free dining
packages now. I'm trying to reach as many homeschoolers as possible so they
can take advantage of it before availability runs out. (They said that there
would be fewer packages this year.)
I'm located in South Carolina, but all homeschoolers are welcome to join us
on our trip. We're trying to get more older homeschoolers to join us this
year, if possible, so that we can reserve the higher level educational
programs (with more of a career and behind-the-scenes focus) in addition to
the elementary and middle school programs. We're not travel agents and don't
make a commission on rooms (as a matter of fact, all of our travelers choose
their own hotels and reserve themselves). We just want the opportunity to
enjoy more of the educational programs this year and need more older
homeschoolers to make the minimum for the programs.
Our tickets will be heavily discounted, and will include theme parks, water
parks, Disney Quest, and special educational programs. The free dining just
makes the deal even better!
For more information, please visit
http://www.carolinahomeschooler.com/travelwdw.htm
To receive trip updates, join our Traveling Homeschoolers mailing list at
http://www.carolinahomeschooler.com/lists.htm
Warmly,
Dianna
=====================
Thank you, again. I appreciate your time and hope someone in your group can
join us.
Warmly,
Dianna
Albuquerque Homeschooler Moving Sale
could you please post this , thanks!~
I am having a moving sale...... I have TONS of educational movies, books, theme sets, pre-k learning materials and curriculum ( writing, science, alpha omega, and others), electronic educational games, teacher helps, computer games, name brand kids clothes ,2 scooters, 2 car seats, family night games a little bit of everything, great prices..... everything has to go!~
Saturday the 3rd of may at 8 AM,
7405 junco pl nw Albuquerque ( ventana ranch)
lovemymorninglatte@yahoo.com
I am having a moving sale...... I have TONS of educational movies, books, theme sets, pre-k learning materials and curriculum ( writing, science, alpha omega, and others), electronic educational games, teacher helps, computer games, name brand kids clothes ,2 scooters, 2 car seats, family night games a little bit of everything, great prices..... everything has to go!~
Saturday the 3rd of may at 8 AM,
7405 junco pl nw Albuquerque ( ventana ranch)
lovemymorninglatte@yahoo.com
Los Alamos Teens: May Cafe: Computers: What we don't know about them
LA Teens,
We hope you will join us on May 1 at 7PM at the Bradbury Science Museum for the May Cafe Scientifique presentation by Dr. Christof Teuscher on Computers: What we don't know about them. Dr Teuscher will show you how everything from bacteria to mice brains are being explored as specialized and powerful future computers. To learn more go to cafenm.org/cafes/2008/May/essay.html.
This will be our final Cafe presentation for the spring 2008 and we hope
you will join us at the Bradbury Science Museum on May 1 at 7PM.
Cafe presentations will begin again in late August. If you have a
suggestion for a topic, please share it with us at
www.cafenm.org/ideas.html. We will be recruiting speakers for the fall
program over the summer. Get your ideas in soon!
See you there!
Michelle
Michelle K Hall, PhD The secret to getting ahead is
Science Education Solutions getting started.
663-5365
We hope you will join us on May 1 at 7PM at the Bradbury Science Museum for the May Cafe Scientifique presentation by Dr. Christof Teuscher on Computers: What we don't know about them. Dr Teuscher will show you how everything from bacteria to mice brains are being explored as specialized and powerful future computers. To learn more go to cafenm.org/cafes/2008/May/essay.html.
This will be our final Cafe presentation for the spring 2008 and we hope
you will join us at the Bradbury Science Museum on May 1 at 7PM.
Cafe presentations will begin again in late August. If you have a
suggestion for a topic, please share it with us at
www.cafenm.org/ideas.html. We will be recruiting speakers for the fall
program over the summer. Get your ideas in soon!
See you there!
Michelle
Michelle K Hall, PhD The secret to getting ahead is
Science Education Solutions getting started.
663-5365
Monday, April 21, 2008
N.NM/S.CO: Free Denver Days & Children's Discounts
Hi All,
I have attached a list containing all 2008 Denver Free Day events. It also includes a list of restaurants that have children eat free or greatly discounted. I got it at the website below:
http://www.cacvt.com/node/759
Bookmarks with the days can be printed at the website below:
http://www.scfd.org/?page=home&sub=4
I have attached a list containing all 2008 Denver Free Day events. It also includes a list of restaurants that have children eat free or greatly discounted. I got it at the website below:
http://www.cacvt.com/node/759
Bookmarks with the days can be printed at the website below:
http://www.scfd.org/?page=home&sub=4
Albuquerque: An Enchanting Eve - This Friday! Make YOUR Reservations NOW!
An Enchanting Eve is this Friday!
Have you made your reservations for you and your special someone?
I don't want my friends to miss this fantastic event!
An Enchanting Eve will be a great early Mother’s Day present or even a great “just because” evening. On top of that, it will help to raise funds for asthma camp in New Mexico! The evening will be full of wonderful performances, a silent auction with great items, and a wonderful dinner.
Performances by:
-John Adams Middle School Ballet Folklorico
-Kubatana Marimba Ensemble
-Linda McDonald Hummingbird (Opera)
-Sara de Luz Dance Company (Flamenco)
-And, More!
An Enchanting Eve will be hosted by Shelly Ribando, KOAT-7 News Anchor. Information about the planned asthma camp will be available and the camp name will be unveiled!
Don’t miss this exciting evening!
Make your reservation TODAY!
It’s a great evening and a great cause!
To register, log on to www.asthmaallies.com, then click on “community” to see more information.
See the attached information.
Share with others (you can even reserve a table for 10)
&
Make YOUR reservations.
Have you made your reservations for you and your special someone?
I don't want my friends to miss this fantastic event!
An Enchanting Eve will be a great early Mother’s Day present or even a great “just because” evening. On top of that, it will help to raise funds for asthma camp in New Mexico! The evening will be full of wonderful performances, a silent auction with great items, and a wonderful dinner.
Performances by:
-John Adams Middle School Ballet Folklorico
-Kubatana Marimba Ensemble
-Linda McDonald Hummingbird (Opera)
-Sara de Luz Dance Company (Flamenco)
-And, More!
An Enchanting Eve will be hosted by Shelly Ribando, KOAT-7 News Anchor. Information about the planned asthma camp will be available and the camp name will be unveiled!
Don’t miss this exciting evening!
Make your reservation TODAY!
It’s a great evening and a great cause!
To register, log on to www.asthmaallies.com, then click on “community” to see more information.
See the attached information.
Share with others (you can even reserve a table for 10)
&
Make YOUR reservations.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Edgewood: Wildlife West, Summer Camp, Ages 8-12 & Summer Events
Thanks for your reply! Attached is our summer events schedule. In addition to what is on it, we are also offering a raptor handling class June 7th. If anyone is interested, they can call or email to be put on the list. The cost is $20 per person. If anyone in your group is interest in summer camp for kids ages 8-12, we have a great Jr. Zookeeper daycamp in late June.
Thanks again,
Renee Hoffman
281-7655
7th Annual Wind Festival**- May 3rd & 4th
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm
Large kite flying fields, wind gadgets, flags, vendors, kite flying
prizes & food!
Music Festival Weekends**- August 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Bluegrass weekends include food vendors, workshops, contests, & zoo tours!
--All bands subject to change.--
August 1-3
Friday: Barn Dance at 7:00pm with Syd Masters & The Swing Riders.
Saturday: Music starts at 11:00am and goes till 9:00pm on two stages. Saturday lineup
includes bands such as Byron Berline Bluegrass, Folk and Celtic music and many others
Sunday: Gospel starts at 11:00am-- Watch our website for more bands!
Chuckwagon Saturday Nights at 7pm- June 28th – September 6th
BBQ feast, followed by vintage western swing music by Syd Masters & the Swing Riders or
Sons of the Rio Grande. Hayrides, zoo tours, and peregrine falcon presentations!
Free-Flight Peregrine Falcon Demonstrations-
Sundays at 1:30: July, August, September! See the most amazing bird on the
earth fly with expert falconer!
Bear Fair – Saturday July 12th, 10am-4pm
Bear experts, vendors, wildlife exhibitors, behind the scenes tours.
Junior Zookeeper Day Camp- Two sessions: June 16-20 & June23-27
Day camp is two 1 week sessions Monday – Friday, 9am-12pm.
Our experienced zookeepers will work with children 8-12, teaching them zoo keeping techniques,
animal enrichment, basic animal husbandry and biology.
Harvest Festival/ Run , Rally and Rock**- August 23 & 24th
10am to 9pm Saturday & 10am to 4pm Sunday
Enjoy free food tasting & food for sale from local growers market, blacksmith demonstrations,
antique tractor, truck, machinery, model trucks, & tractor displays.
Parade Sat AM--Chuckwagon Dinner Saturday night. 5K fun run/
1 mile walk Sunday at 8am. Ongoing entertainment both days!
**Sponsored By the Town of Edgewood
2008 Schedule of Events
www.WildlifeWest.org
505-281-7655
20 minutes East of Albuquerque
Exit 187, Edgewood, NM
Thanks again,
Renee Hoffman
281-7655
7th Annual Wind Festival**- May 3rd & 4th
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm
Large kite flying fields, wind gadgets, flags, vendors, kite flying
prizes & food!
Music Festival Weekends**- August 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Bluegrass weekends include food vendors, workshops, contests, & zoo tours!
--All bands subject to change.--
August 1-3
Friday: Barn Dance at 7:00pm with Syd Masters & The Swing Riders.
Saturday: Music starts at 11:00am and goes till 9:00pm on two stages. Saturday lineup
includes bands such as Byron Berline Bluegrass, Folk and Celtic music and many others
Sunday: Gospel starts at 11:00am-- Watch our website for more bands!
Chuckwagon Saturday Nights at 7pm- June 28th – September 6th
BBQ feast, followed by vintage western swing music by Syd Masters & the Swing Riders or
Sons of the Rio Grande. Hayrides, zoo tours, and peregrine falcon presentations!
Free-Flight Peregrine Falcon Demonstrations-
Sundays at 1:30: July, August, September! See the most amazing bird on the
earth fly with expert falconer!
Bear Fair – Saturday July 12th, 10am-4pm
Bear experts, vendors, wildlife exhibitors, behind the scenes tours.
Junior Zookeeper Day Camp- Two sessions: June 16-20 & June23-27
Day camp is two 1 week sessions Monday – Friday, 9am-12pm.
Our experienced zookeepers will work with children 8-12, teaching them zoo keeping techniques,
animal enrichment, basic animal husbandry and biology.
Harvest Festival/ Run , Rally and Rock**- August 23 & 24th
10am to 9pm Saturday & 10am to 4pm Sunday
Enjoy free food tasting & food for sale from local growers market, blacksmith demonstrations,
antique tractor, truck, machinery, model trucks, & tractor displays.
Parade Sat AM--Chuckwagon Dinner Saturday night. 5K fun run/
1 mile walk Sunday at 8am. Ongoing entertainment both days!
**Sponsored By the Town of Edgewood
2008 Schedule of Events
www.WildlifeWest.org
505-281-7655
20 minutes East of Albuquerque
Exit 187, Edgewood, NM
East Mountains: Starfire Day Camp, 5/28
May 28th
Star Fire Day camp
Join us in what has become a yearly tradition in the Sandia Mountains. Arrive at 9:30 at the camp, and be prepared to do 4 different activities to include:
For those 8 and older; Initiative Challenge Course, archery, owl pellets and Bannock Bread
For those under 8; nature craft, (such as candle making, bird feeders, etc.), Ropes Course, bread on a stick, Nature game
Parents must stay with their children, light jackets, water and sack lunches will need to be brought along. Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will be doing lots of walking between the activities.
Cost is $10.00 per child and those as young as 4 will have activities geared towards them. This is a must pay if you sign up and checks need to be mailed to me immediately upon signing up, made payable to:
In Him Homeschoolers at 2A Locust Hill Rd Tijeras 87059. Sign up at fullhousewithsix@aol.com. Deadline to register is May 22nd, money must be received by May 25th.
Directions to the camp are: I-40 east/west to the Tijeras exit, # 175. Exit to the south, coming to the light at Wells Fargo and Western Mercantile. At this point either turn left onto or continue on Highway 337 (Old South 14) depending on the direction you came in from. Either way, you should be heading south at this point and passing Canyon Crossroads Animal Hospital on your left. Continue for 9 miles from the light, turn left at Oak Flat Road, for 1.5 miles, turn right at the Starfire Day Camp sign. Follow driveway down to the large circle and parking area.
Star Fire Day camp
Join us in what has become a yearly tradition in the Sandia Mountains. Arrive at 9:30 at the camp, and be prepared to do 4 different activities to include:
For those 8 and older; Initiative Challenge Course, archery, owl pellets and Bannock Bread
For those under 8; nature craft, (such as candle making, bird feeders, etc.), Ropes Course, bread on a stick, Nature game
Parents must stay with their children, light jackets, water and sack lunches will need to be brought along. Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will be doing lots of walking between the activities.
Cost is $10.00 per child and those as young as 4 will have activities geared towards them. This is a must pay if you sign up and checks need to be mailed to me immediately upon signing up, made payable to:
In Him Homeschoolers at 2A Locust Hill Rd Tijeras 87059. Sign up at fullhousewithsix@aol.com. Deadline to register is May 22nd, money must be received by May 25th.
Directions to the camp are: I-40 east/west to the Tijeras exit, # 175. Exit to the south, coming to the light at Wells Fargo and Western Mercantile. At this point either turn left onto or continue on Highway 337 (Old South 14) depending on the direction you came in from. Either way, you should be heading south at this point and passing Canyon Crossroads Animal Hospital on your left. Continue for 9 miles from the light, turn left at Oak Flat Road, for 1.5 miles, turn right at the Starfire Day Camp sign. Follow driveway down to the large circle and parking area.
Albuquerque Coin Club's Young Numismatist Program
Here's a link to their website that you could send out to everyone.
http://www.albuquerquecoinclub.org/ABQ-YN.html
Editorial Policy -
The articles forwarded to you are for your information only, they are not endorsed by the In Him Group or it's officers. They reflect events and news of others, and are shared with you only for your information.
IN HIM HOMESCHOOLERS does not recommend a specific philosophy of education or curriculum, and believes it is up to each family to seek God's plan for your families life and education.
Lisa Silva
Coordinator/Leader of
In Him Home Schoolers
East Mountains Group,
Friday Enrichment Classes&
Teen Action Group (TAG)
http://www.albuquerquecoinclub.org/ABQ-YN.html
Editorial Policy -
The articles forwarded to you are for your information only, they are not endorsed by the In Him Group or it's officers. They reflect events and news of others, and are shared with you only for your information.
IN HIM HOMESCHOOLERS does not recommend a specific philosophy of education or curriculum, and believes it is up to each family to seek God's plan for your families life and education.
Lisa Silva
Coordinator/Leader of
In Him Home Schoolers
East Mountains Group,
Friday Enrichment Classes&
Teen Action Group (TAG)
Article/Website: School Reform News
Information via LIFE of Florida homepage: http://lifeofflorida.blogspot.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
The May 2008 issue of School Reform News addresses from several angles
a February California court decision that parents have no right to
homeschool their own children. After a firestorm of criticism, the
court decided in late March that it would re-hear the case.
See full story here: http://www.heartlan d.org/Article. cfm?artId= 23133
And http://www.heartlan d.org/Article. cfm?artId= 23116
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
The May 2008 issue of School Reform News addresses from several angles
a February California court decision that parents have no right to
homeschool their own children. After a firestorm of criticism, the
court decided in late March that it would re-hear the case.
See full story here: http://www.heartlan d.org/Article. cfm?artId= 23133
And http://www.heartlan d.org/Article. cfm?artId= 23116
HSers in the News! Natalie Chambers wins 2nd Place in the Reading Rainbow Contest!
Congratulations to Homeschooler
Natalie Chambers
who won 2nd Place
in the 3rd Grade Division of the Reading Rainbow Contest in Albuquerque.
The title of her book is "Mystery Girl".
The basic plot is about a girl who helps poor people. She is dressed in
such a way that others do not know who she is. There is a rich man which despises
her and a young girl who loves her and has a deep need to know 'who is mystery
girl?'. In the end the young girl finds out, through a tragedy, who
mystery girl is and knows that no one should ever know who she truly is in the end.
According to her mother, Kathy Chambers, Natalie is a self motivator. She has written stories since she was 5 years old. This was her third year to enter a story with Reading Rainbow.
Kathy is considering making copies and binding the illustrated story into a readable version that everyone can share with their own children. If you are interested please contact her at chambers33@usa.net.
Congratulations again on your fantastic achievement Natalie!
Natalie Chambers
who won 2nd Place
in the 3rd Grade Division of the Reading Rainbow Contest in Albuquerque.
The title of her book is "Mystery Girl".
The basic plot is about a girl who helps poor people. She is dressed in
such a way that others do not know who she is. There is a rich man which despises
her and a young girl who loves her and has a deep need to know 'who is mystery
girl?'. In the end the young girl finds out, through a tragedy, who
mystery girl is and knows that no one should ever know who she truly is in the end.
According to her mother, Kathy Chambers, Natalie is a self motivator. She has written stories since she was 5 years old. This was her third year to enter a story with Reading Rainbow.
Kathy is considering making copies and binding the illustrated story into a readable version that everyone can share with their own children. If you are interested please contact her at chambers33@usa.net.
Congratulations again on your fantastic achievement Natalie!
Saturday, April 19, 2008
Edgewood: Summer Education and Work Opportunities for youth, age 14-25
Hello,
I'm writing to see if we can run an ad, or post something on your website concerning summer work opportunities for youth ages 14-25 at Wildlife West, in Edgewood, NM. Wildlife West is zoo and nature park that has been almost entirely built by youth! We hire 25-30 youth each summer to help with construction and educational projects. The youth are involved with habitat construction and maintenance, giving tours of the park, special events, and many other fun and education experiences. The program is hiring now (please send in a resume), and runs through mid-September. We are accepting resumes now and will be hiring through the end of May.
Thank you, I appreciate any help you can give us. We would love to have more homeschoolers, and motivated, interested youth on our team!
Thanks for your help,
Renee Hoffman (homeschooler, and soon a college graduate!)
Youth Coordinator
505-710-5705
I'm writing to see if we can run an ad, or post something on your website concerning summer work opportunities for youth ages 14-25 at Wildlife West, in Edgewood, NM. Wildlife West is zoo and nature park that has been almost entirely built by youth! We hire 25-30 youth each summer to help with construction and educational projects. The youth are involved with habitat construction and maintenance, giving tours of the park, special events, and many other fun and education experiences. The program is hiring now (please send in a resume), and runs through mid-September. We are accepting resumes now and will be hiring through the end of May.
Thank you, I appreciate any help you can give us. We would love to have more homeschoolers, and motivated, interested youth on our team!
Thanks for your help,
Renee Hoffman (homeschooler, and soon a college graduate!)
Youth Coordinator
505-710-5705
Article: ScientificAmerican.com: Six Things in Expelled That Ben Stein Doesn't Want You to Know...
Hi all! I wanted to send this article because I have talked to a lot of people (homeschoolers) who plan on seeing this movie. I kind of find it disturbing that someone would try to make excuses for the Holocaust and the actions those in charge--ok but I have not seen this movie so I can not speak to it until I see it which most likely will not be till it comes out on Netflix. But what bothers me in todays age of documovies the deception in which they are presented, both that they misquoted from an already controversial book (Darwin's The Origin of Species-which I have read, yes cover to cover I am a geek) and that they misrepresented themselves when interviewing the scientists. Personally, I would have liked to seen a movie about the intersection of science and religion because I was in anthropology in college and we had many wonderful debates by very religious students and faculty about that subject. Sigh but apparently it is impossible to not only to tell the truth any more but these people obviously crave sensationalism and just want to sell tickets. Maybe we all have this wrong maybe this is supposed to be a joke, Ben Stein is a comedian right? I say we all go back to making more Jane Austen movies! Have fun homeschooling!--Tabbi
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Cochiti Lake Sangre de Cristo Audubon - Field Trip, Sunday, April 20
Information via LA-Homeschool@yahoogroups.com
Sangre de Cristo Audubon - Field Trip
Sunday, April 20
Cochiti Lake
Linda Mowbray
505-989-8295
birdinglinda(at)yahoo.com
The east side of Cochiti Lake should be open and there may be some early migrants. This is an easy half-day trip. Bring scopes if you have them. Meet at the Santa Fe Place carpooling location at 7:00 a.m. Check with Linda in the previous week about trip status.
http://www.newmexicoaudubon.org/sdcas/field_trips_2008.html
Sangre de Cristo Audubon - Field Trip
Sunday, April 20
Cochiti Lake
Linda Mowbray
505-989-8295
birdinglinda(at)yahoo.com
The east side of Cochiti Lake should be open and there may be some early migrants. This is an easy half-day trip. Bring scopes if you have them. Meet at the Santa Fe Place carpooling location at 7:00 a.m. Check with Linda in the previous week about trip status.
http://www.newmexicoaudubon.org/sdcas/field_trips_2008.html
National Library Events
Information via
LIFE of Florida homepage: http://lifeofflorida.blogspot.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
April 30th marks the 12th anniversary of the national El día de los
niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day) celebration,
also known as Día, and libraries across the country will host Día
celebrations with family programs including bilingual story hours,
book giveaways, and other literacy events. This year, through the
generosity of Nickelodeon®, Dora the Explorertm will support Día as
its first ever spokescharacter. Dora can be found in libraries
throughout the country posing for a special bilingual poster and
bookmark that encourage children to "Celebrate Books!" (Celebremos
los libros!)...
http://link. ixs1.net/ s/lt?id=o413438& si=a194642190& pc=h2&ei= x197825
Gaming @ your library Day: One Game, One Time, Many Players
Friday April 18th is Gaming @ your library Day. As one part of that
day, the Games and Gaming Members Initiative Group (MIG) and the ALA
are encouraging people across the country to play the same board game
at the same time: "Ticket to Ride", at 7PM Eastern/6PM Central/5PM
Mountain/4PM Pacific. Designed by Alan R. Moon, and published by Days
of Wonder, "Ticket to Ride" is an excellent example of the new
generation of board games...
http://link. ixs1.net/ s/lt?id=9349001& si=a194642190& pc=83&ei= x197825
In Celebration of National Library Week
"One might hear this week how we celebrate libraries because they
house national treasures-e. g., knowledge, history, creativity, and
equal accessibility. But I celebrate libraries for very personal
reasons," writes author and professor BJ Ward. Read his memories of
libraries from his youth...
http://link. ixs1.net/ s/lt?id=p413439& si=a194642190& pc=i4&ei= x197825
Celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day
April 17 is the first national Poem In Your Pocket Day, created by
the Academy of American Poets to help us celebrate April as National
Poetry Month. Poem in Your Pocket Day encourages us all to pick our
most favorite poems and carry them with us to share with our family
and friends. The Academy suggests several clever ways to take our
poems along with us, including handwriting some lines on the back of
our business cards, adding a poem to our e-mail footers, posting a
poem on our blog or social networking page, and texting a poem to our
friends...
http://link. ixs1.net/ s/lt?id=i413440& si=a194642190& pc=95&ei= x197825
LIFE of Florida homepage: http://lifeofflorida.blogspot.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
April 30th marks the 12th anniversary of the national El día de los
niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day) celebration,
also known as Día, and libraries across the country will host Día
celebrations with family programs including bilingual story hours,
book giveaways, and other literacy events. This year, through the
generosity of Nickelodeon®, Dora the Explorertm will support Día as
its first ever spokescharacter. Dora can be found in libraries
throughout the country posing for a special bilingual poster and
bookmark that encourage children to "Celebrate Books!" (Celebremos
los libros!)...
http://link. ixs1.net/ s/lt?id=o413438& si=a194642190& pc=h2&ei= x197825
Gaming @ your library Day: One Game, One Time, Many Players
Friday April 18th is Gaming @ your library Day. As one part of that
day, the Games and Gaming Members Initiative Group (MIG) and the ALA
are encouraging people across the country to play the same board game
at the same time: "Ticket to Ride", at 7PM Eastern/6PM Central/5PM
Mountain/4PM Pacific. Designed by Alan R. Moon, and published by Days
of Wonder, "Ticket to Ride" is an excellent example of the new
generation of board games...
http://link. ixs1.net/ s/lt?id=9349001& si=a194642190& pc=83&ei= x197825
In Celebration of National Library Week
"One might hear this week how we celebrate libraries because they
house national treasures-e. g., knowledge, history, creativity, and
equal accessibility. But I celebrate libraries for very personal
reasons," writes author and professor BJ Ward. Read his memories of
libraries from his youth...
http://link. ixs1.net/ s/lt?id=p413439& si=a194642190& pc=i4&ei= x197825
Celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day
April 17 is the first national Poem In Your Pocket Day, created by
the Academy of American Poets to help us celebrate April as National
Poetry Month. Poem in Your Pocket Day encourages us all to pick our
most favorite poems and carry them with us to share with our family
and friends. The Academy suggests several clever ways to take our
poems along with us, including handwriting some lines on the back of
our business cards, adding a poem to our e-mail footers, posting a
poem on our blog or social networking page, and texting a poem to our
friends...
http://link. ixs1.net/ s/lt?id=i413440& si=a194642190& pc=95&ei= x197825
HEM April Newsletter--Interview about our NMHSC Fair!!
In the April Issue:
* APRIL’S HIGHLIGHT… An Interview with Tabitha Orr
* ISSUES TO WATCH
* SPECIAL OFFER FROM HOME EDUCATION MAGAZINE
* WEB ANNOUNCEMENTS
* CONFERENCES
* NEWS AND COMMENTARY SUMMARY
* HEM GUIDE TO RESOURCE
* ONLINE HOME EDUCATION MAGAZINE ARCHIVES
* HEM RESOURCES AND MORE
http://www.homeedmag.com/blogs/groupnews/?p=349 where the highlights and photos are from the newsletter
the actual newsletter http://www.homeedmag.com/cgi-bin/dada/mail.cgi/archive/Groups/newest/
* APRIL’S HIGHLIGHT… An Interview with Tabitha Orr
* ISSUES TO WATCH
* SPECIAL OFFER FROM HOME EDUCATION MAGAZINE
* WEB ANNOUNCEMENTS
* CONFERENCES
* NEWS AND COMMENTARY SUMMARY
* HEM GUIDE TO RESOURCE
* ONLINE HOME EDUCATION MAGAZINE ARCHIVES
* HEM RESOURCES AND MORE
http://www.homeedmag.com/blogs/groupnews/?p=349 where the highlights and photos are from the newsletter
the actual newsletter http://www.homeedmag.com/cgi-bin/dada/mail.cgi/archive/Groups/newest/
Friday, April 18, 2008
Albuquerque: Fencing Summer Camp, Ages 8-16
Hi ALL! I highly recommend this sport...so if your kid has ever wanted to play with swords come try it out. For those of you who live in Santa Fe the City Different Homeschoolers have a homeschool fencing class, check it out at their website www.citydifferenthomeschoolers.com Both groups will be at the fair on May 31, Duke City Fencing will be giving a demonstration from 10-10:30AM!-- Tabbi
Duke City Fencing www.dukecityfencing.net
SUMMER CAMP 2008
This camp will introduce each student to Olympic style fencing. Each day we will work on reflexes, decision making, strengthening, footwork, tactics and techniques for fencing.
Each camp ends with a Saturday tournament. We encourage family and friends to come to watch the tournament!
Dates: June 17 - 21 8 - 12 year olds -- Camp #1
June 24 - 28 12 - 16 year olds -- Camp #2
Cost: $200 (we offer family discounts)
Location: Duke City Fencing
2840 Girard Blvd. NE
Hours: 10am - 2pm
Tuesday - Saturday
Ages: 8 years - 12 years -- Camp #1
12 years - 16 years -- Camp #2
Food: Each student is required to bring lunch daily.
We provide drinks (choice of water, apple or
orange juice) and fruit for snacks. Lunch is at
noon each day.
Clothing: Students will need two t-shirts (per day), a pair
of athletic shorts and a long pair of athletic pants
(sweats) and non-marking shoes.
Reservation Information:
A $100 deposit is required for each reservation. We accept cash or checks. (Checks should be made out to Duke City Fencing.) These funds will be held until the first day of camp. The balance is due on the first day of camp.
Camp #1 deposits are due on or before the 9th of June.
Camp #2 deposits are due on or before the 16th of June.
Each camp will be limited to 12 children.
Cancellation Policy:
A full refund is available with a 72 hour notice so we may fill the vacancy.
Duke City Fencing www.dukecityfencing.net
SUMMER CAMP 2008
This camp will introduce each student to Olympic style fencing. Each day we will work on reflexes, decision making, strengthening, footwork, tactics and techniques for fencing.
Each camp ends with a Saturday tournament. We encourage family and friends to come to watch the tournament!
Dates: June 17 - 21 8 - 12 year olds -- Camp #1
June 24 - 28 12 - 16 year olds -- Camp #2
Cost: $200 (we offer family discounts)
Location: Duke City Fencing
2840 Girard Blvd. NE
Hours: 10am - 2pm
Tuesday - Saturday
Ages: 8 years - 12 years -- Camp #1
12 years - 16 years -- Camp #2
Food: Each student is required to bring lunch daily.
We provide drinks (choice of water, apple or
orange juice) and fruit for snacks. Lunch is at
noon each day.
Clothing: Students will need two t-shirts (per day), a pair
of athletic shorts and a long pair of athletic pants
(sweats) and non-marking shoes.
Reservation Information:
A $100 deposit is required for each reservation. We accept cash or checks. (Checks should be made out to Duke City Fencing.) These funds will be held until the first day of camp. The balance is due on the first day of camp.
Camp #1 deposits are due on or before the 9th of June.
Camp #2 deposits are due on or before the 16th of June.
Each camp will be limited to 12 children.
Cancellation Policy:
A full refund is available with a 72 hour notice so we may fill the vacancy.
Albuquerque: Filipino Program April 20
Note: Tessie Greenfield is the wonderful puppeteer who will be giving classes on puppetmaking at the upcoming fair on May 31, to sign up for her classes contact her with the info at www.newmexicohomeschoolcommunity.com-- Tabbi
Sunday, April 20, 2pm
Museum of Albuquerque Old Town
Filipino American National Historical Society Rio Grande Chapter
The New Mexico-Phillippines Connection
Rough Riders, Bataan & More !
Come learn about the many connections between New Mexico and the Philippine Islands. This fascinating program will include:
an overview by Tessie Greenfield: how residents with a Filipino heritage network, preserve their language and connect on cultural activities;
Dr. Dely Alcantara, a recipient of the Governor’s Award for Outstanding NM Women, will describe some of the historical connections;
Celia Tomlinson, the first Asian female to own an engineering company will describe her book;
Emilie Underwood will tell of the Pamana Awardees who have contributed to Albuquerque.
We’ll enjoy some Filipino food and learn a traditional dance
Sunday, April 20, 2pm
Museum of Albuquerque Old Town
Filipino American National Historical Society Rio Grande Chapter
The New Mexico-Phillippines Connection
Rough Riders, Bataan & More !
Come learn about the many connections between New Mexico and the Philippine Islands. This fascinating program will include:
an overview by Tessie Greenfield: how residents with a Filipino heritage network, preserve their language and connect on cultural activities;
Dr. Dely Alcantara, a recipient of the Governor’s Award for Outstanding NM Women, will describe some of the historical connections;
Celia Tomlinson, the first Asian female to own an engineering company will describe her book;
Emilie Underwood will tell of the Pamana Awardees who have contributed to Albuquerque.
We’ll enjoy some Filipino food and learn a traditional dance
Google Earth Lessons & Resources
Informaiton via LIFE of Florida homepage: http://lifeofflorida.blogspot.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Google Earth lessons and resources:
http://www.shambles.net/pages/learning/GeogP/gearthplan/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Google Earth lessons and resources:
http://www.shambles.net/pages/learning/GeogP/gearthplan/
Santa Fe: SF Children's Museum Events for Week of 18 April
Information via LA-Homeschool@yahoogroups.com
Gak
Clay Activities
Beaded Jewelry
Building Buildings
Open Studio
Flags and Banners
Marble Painting
Clay Activities
http://www.santafechildrensmuseum.org/calendar.php
Gak
Clay Activities
Beaded Jewelry
Building Buildings
Open Studio
Flags and Banners
Marble Painting
Clay Activities
http://www.santafechildrensmuseum.org/calendar.php
New math, science and language resource for teachers
Dear Educator,
I'm writing regarding a free puzzler service for your fellow New Mexico Science Teacher Association members. The National Science Teachers Association has posted links to our puzzler services on NSTA.org, and we exhibited at the NSTA National Conference in St. Louis where 450 teachers lined up to sign up for our free puzzlers.
The teacher feedback has been wonderful, and many teachers suggested that we contact the individual organizations, because you have more grass-roots power to reach other teachers and may want to make them aware of our service.
Our company publishes the 27-time award winning "Cogno" science games and books (www.cogno.com). We provide free weekly science and multi-subject puzzlers by email, for grades 3-8. The puzzlers inspire critical thinking and learning in astronomy, forces & motion, and life sciences.
Each week, teachers receive an e-mail with new 1-page puzzlers, ready to be photocopied for students. An answer key is included, so no specialized expertise or extra work is required by the teacher. For information, examples, or to sign up for free Cogno puzzlers, see www.cogno.com/puzzlers.
Note: Cogno's Challenge science content was expert-reviewed by scientists at NASA and the SETI Institute.
Would you please consider posting the following paragraph in your newsletter or website, or emailing it to your members?
Free Weekly Science Puzzlers: Each week, share with your students a FREE thought-provoking science puzzler, drawn from the award-winning Cogno science board games. You'll receive a weekly e-mail with a fully illustrated one-page puzzler about astronomy, forces & motion and/or life sciences, ready to be photocopied for students. The e-mail message includes the answer and explanation, allowing you to facilitate as much or as little discussion as you like. Recommended for grades 3-8. For information, samples, and to register, see www.cogno.com/puzzlers.
Why free? Cogno's mission is to "inspire children to think critically and imaginatively." This mission is at the root of every effort we make, and these puzzlers are part of our effort to further our mission and help raise awareness for Cogno.
Thanks so much!
Jermaine Duffis
Content Development Associate
Cogno Products
201 S. Central Ave., Suite 311
St. Louis, MO 63105
314.721.9199 314.721.9299 Fax
www.cogno.com
I'm writing regarding a free puzzler service for your fellow New Mexico Science Teacher Association members. The National Science Teachers Association has posted links to our puzzler services on NSTA.org, and we exhibited at the NSTA National Conference in St. Louis where 450 teachers lined up to sign up for our free puzzlers.
The teacher feedback has been wonderful, and many teachers suggested that we contact the individual organizations, because you have more grass-roots power to reach other teachers and may want to make them aware of our service.
Our company publishes the 27-time award winning "Cogno" science games and books (www.cogno.com). We provide free weekly science and multi-subject puzzlers by email, for grades 3-8. The puzzlers inspire critical thinking and learning in astronomy, forces & motion, and life sciences.
Each week, teachers receive an e-mail with new 1-page puzzlers, ready to be photocopied for students. An answer key is included, so no specialized expertise or extra work is required by the teacher. For information, examples, or to sign up for free Cogno puzzlers, see www.cogno.com/puzzlers.
Note: Cogno's Challenge science content was expert-reviewed by scientists at NASA and the SETI Institute.
Would you please consider posting the following paragraph in your newsletter or website, or emailing it to your members?
Free Weekly Science Puzzlers: Each week, share with your students a FREE thought-provoking science puzzler, drawn from the award-winning Cogno science board games. You'll receive a weekly e-mail with a fully illustrated one-page puzzler about astronomy, forces & motion and/or life sciences, ready to be photocopied for students. The e-mail message includes the answer and explanation, allowing you to facilitate as much or as little discussion as you like. Recommended for grades 3-8. For information, samples, and to register, see www.cogno.com/puzzlers.
Why free? Cogno's mission is to "inspire children to think critically and imaginatively." This mission is at the root of every effort we make, and these puzzlers are part of our effort to further our mission and help raise awareness for Cogno.
Thanks so much!
Jermaine Duffis
Content Development Associate
Cogno Products
201 S. Central Ave., Suite 311
St. Louis, MO 63105
314.721.9199 314.721.9299 Fax
www.cogno.com
Albuquerque: FUNdamentals safety day!
You’re Invited!
Safety Day 2008
A world of Care
Saturday, May 3rd 1:00-3:00
• APD: Safety Talk, APD Vehicle, and Finger ID
Printing
• AFD: AFD Tanker and Ambulance on site!
• PNM Resources: Gas and Electric Safety
• Albuquerque Public Library: Find out info about their
summer reading program!
• NM Bio Park Society: Get a special Discount as a
Fundamentals member
• United Blood Services: Donate during the event
• Fun Jump: Activity for your Kids!
• And more!
$5.00/family
Bring this flyer or a friend to receive $1.00 off your
family’s admission
WWW.FUNDAMENTALSGYM.COM
FUNDAMENTALS GYMNASTICS
4432 ANAHEIM NE
ALBUQUERQUE,NM 87113
Jay Rush
(505) 620-0768
jay.rush@yahoo.com
Safety Day 2008
A world of Care
Saturday, May 3rd 1:00-3:00
• APD: Safety Talk, APD Vehicle, and Finger ID
Printing
• AFD: AFD Tanker and Ambulance on site!
• PNM Resources: Gas and Electric Safety
• Albuquerque Public Library: Find out info about their
summer reading program!
• NM Bio Park Society: Get a special Discount as a
Fundamentals member
• United Blood Services: Donate during the event
• Fun Jump: Activity for your Kids!
• And more!
$5.00/family
Bring this flyer or a friend to receive $1.00 off your
family’s admission
WWW.FUNDAMENTALSGYM.COM
FUNDAMENTALS GYMNASTICS
4432 ANAHEIM NE
ALBUQUERQUE,NM 87113
Jay Rush
(505) 620-0768
jay.rush@yahoo.com
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Albuquerque Little Theatre:Afternoon of the Elves discount tickets
Hi Tabitha,
Please pass this information on to the homeschooling families:
Albuquerque Little Theatre is happy to announce opening weekend of it's Family
Theatre Series production of "Afternoon of the Elves"
This Friday at 7:30pm and Saturday/Sunday at 2pm April 18-20.
THIS WEEKEND ONLY: "Buy one get one free" Two tickets for the price of one!
$10.00 for 2 tickets! Just let us know you are a homeschooling family when you
call 242-4750 to reserve your tickets. Box office hours are M-F 9am-6pm.
Please pass this information on to the homeschooling families:
Albuquerque Little Theatre is happy to announce opening weekend of it's Family
Theatre Series production of "Afternoon of the Elves"
This Friday at 7:30pm and Saturday/Sunday at 2pm April 18-20.
THIS WEEKEND ONLY: "Buy one get one free" Two tickets for the price of one!
$10.00 for 2 tickets! Just let us know you are a homeschooling family when you
call 242-4750 to reserve your tickets. Box office hours are M-F 9am-6pm.
Albuquerque @ The Box Stanleys Extended & Auditions
LAST WEEKEND'S PERFORMANCE
WAS SOLD OUT!
SO, WE'VE EXTENDED THE RUN.
DON'T MISS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO CATCH THE STANLEYS BEFORE THEY GO BACK INTO THE VAULT... UNTIL JUNE!
SATURDAY NIGHT AT 9PM
SOME LUCKY AUDIENCE MEMBER WILL WIN A GIANT 19" COLOR TV
GET HERE EARLY... THIS SHOW WILL SELLOUT!
The One Night Stanleys
AND
Blackout Theatre Company
April 19th at 9:00 pm
Tickets are $6
“We Can’t Promise You Breakfast, Only a Good Time, Baby!”
The One Night Stanleys will astonish you with their lightning-fast improvisational comedy. Working with audience input, The One Night Stanleys create a hilarious, original long-form improv performance. Believe me, when you wake up Sunday morning, you won’t regret having spent Saturday night with the members of The One Night Stanleys: Joe Carney, Nando Fresquez, Alex Knight, and Steve Lucero.
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AUDITIONS:
THE MUSIC MAN
May 6th and 7th
6:30pm - 8:00 pm Casting Boys and Girls 7 to 15.
Audition will consist of a cold reading and you will have to sing a short song a capella.Email info@theboxabq.com for an audition time.
The Music Man is an American musical classic, following fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill and his visit to River City, Iowa where he meets and falls in love...
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SUMMER CAMPS aRe FILLING UP!
ONLY TWO SLOTS LEFT IN SESSION ONE COMEDY CAMP.
Theatre Comedy Camp
Session One- June 2nd-June 6th
9:00am-3:00pm
Session Two- July 14th-July 18th
9:00am- 3:00pm
Ages: 8-15 years old
Junior Actors Camp
One Session: June 23rd- 27th
9:00 am- 3:00pm
Ages: 12-15 years old
Camps are fill up FAST, session one comedy only has a few slots left.
Early Registration Discount
Click Here for more detail and to register your child on-line.
You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website or signed up at the theatre.
Our mailing address is:
The Box Performance Space
1025 Lomas Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Our telephone:
505-404-1578
Copyright (C) 2007 The Box Performance Space All rights reserved.
Forward this email to a friend
WAS SOLD OUT!
SO, WE'VE EXTENDED THE RUN.
DON'T MISS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO CATCH THE STANLEYS BEFORE THEY GO BACK INTO THE VAULT... UNTIL JUNE!
SATURDAY NIGHT AT 9PM
SOME LUCKY AUDIENCE MEMBER WILL WIN A GIANT 19" COLOR TV
GET HERE EARLY... THIS SHOW WILL SELLOUT!
The One Night Stanleys
AND
Blackout Theatre Company
April 19th at 9:00 pm
Tickets are $6
“We Can’t Promise You Breakfast, Only a Good Time, Baby!”
The One Night Stanleys will astonish you with their lightning-fast improvisational comedy. Working with audience input, The One Night Stanleys create a hilarious, original long-form improv performance. Believe me, when you wake up Sunday morning, you won’t regret having spent Saturday night with the members of The One Night Stanleys: Joe Carney, Nando Fresquez, Alex Knight, and Steve Lucero.
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AUDITIONS:
THE MUSIC MAN
May 6th and 7th
6:30pm - 8:00 pm Casting Boys and Girls 7 to 15.
Audition will consist of a cold reading and you will have to sing a short song a capella.Email info@theboxabq.com for an audition time.
The Music Man is an American musical classic, following fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill and his visit to River City, Iowa where he meets and falls in love...
Read More
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SUMMER CAMPS aRe FILLING UP!
ONLY TWO SLOTS LEFT IN SESSION ONE COMEDY CAMP.
Theatre Comedy Camp
Session One- June 2nd-June 6th
9:00am-3:00pm
Session Two- July 14th-July 18th
9:00am- 3:00pm
Ages: 8-15 years old
Junior Actors Camp
One Session: June 23rd- 27th
9:00 am- 3:00pm
Ages: 12-15 years old
Camps are fill up FAST, session one comedy only has a few slots left.
Early Registration Discount
Click Here for more detail and to register your child on-line.
You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website or signed up at the theatre.
Our mailing address is:
The Box Performance Space
1025 Lomas Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Our telephone:
505-404-1578
Copyright (C) 2007 The Box Performance Space All rights reserved.
Forward this email to a friend
Albuquerque: Popejoy Schooltime Series Special News
Schooltime Calendar Drawing Contest Deadline is April 28th!
Dear Tabitha Orr,
It's not too late. Don't miss out on your opportunity to submit drawings to our annual calendar contest of this year's Schooltime shows. You can submit as many times as you wish. An entire class may be mailed in one envelope.
We invite your students to draw a picture of either of the following topics:
How I feel when I attend a show at Popejoy Hall
A "Thank you" drawing
It can be for any show they have seen in the Popejoy Schooltime Series but cannot be for the NMSO 4th or 5th grade concerts.
They may use any medium on an 8.5" X 11" piece of paper formatted horizontally.
On the back of each drawing we need written very legibly:
Teacher's Name, school, email address and phone number
School and Grade
Artist's Name
A very brief description (one sentence) of what their drawing expresses or means to them. It can be as simple as "I love Popejoy" or "It made me laugh and laugh", "I learned people in other cultures are just like me and that feels good", etc. Make sure the writing does not bleed through the drawing. You may put it on a separate piece of paper or label.
Please provide a return address on the envelope
We will select 14 winning drawings from this season's entrants to go into next season's Popejoy Hall calendar. These student winners will each receive four (4) tickets to a Popejoy Presents show in 08-09 and a copy of the calendar. We will also select Honorable Mention drawings and quotes.
Teachers/Educators whose classroom participates will go into a drawing for a pair of tickets to their choice of two shows selected from next season and every class gets a certificate.
PLEASE DO NOT FOLD THE PICTURES OR WE CANNOT USE THEM.
We hope this sounds like fun and it fits into the Fine Arts/Visual Arts and Language Arts/Expressive Language Writing Standards and Benchmarks too.
Thank you to all of you who have already sent in your masterpieces.
Popejoy Hall Calendar Contest
MSC 04 2580
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Dear Tabitha Orr,
It's not too late. Don't miss out on your opportunity to submit drawings to our annual calendar contest of this year's Schooltime shows. You can submit as many times as you wish. An entire class may be mailed in one envelope.
We invite your students to draw a picture of either of the following topics:
How I feel when I attend a show at Popejoy Hall
A "Thank you" drawing
It can be for any show they have seen in the Popejoy Schooltime Series but cannot be for the NMSO 4th or 5th grade concerts.
They may use any medium on an 8.5" X 11" piece of paper formatted horizontally.
On the back of each drawing we need written very legibly:
Teacher's Name, school, email address and phone number
School and Grade
Artist's Name
A very brief description (one sentence) of what their drawing expresses or means to them. It can be as simple as "I love Popejoy" or "It made me laugh and laugh", "I learned people in other cultures are just like me and that feels good", etc. Make sure the writing does not bleed through the drawing. You may put it on a separate piece of paper or label.
Please provide a return address on the envelope
We will select 14 winning drawings from this season's entrants to go into next season's Popejoy Hall calendar. These student winners will each receive four (4) tickets to a Popejoy Presents show in 08-09 and a copy of the calendar. We will also select Honorable Mention drawings and quotes.
Teachers/Educators whose classroom participates will go into a drawing for a pair of tickets to their choice of two shows selected from next season and every class gets a certificate.
PLEASE DO NOT FOLD THE PICTURES OR WE CANNOT USE THEM.
We hope this sounds like fun and it fits into the Fine Arts/Visual Arts and Language Arts/Expressive Language Writing Standards and Benchmarks too.
Thank you to all of you who have already sent in your masterpieces.
Popejoy Hall Calendar Contest
MSC 04 2580
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Los Alamos: 2 new classes at Village Wools
Basic Felted Tote Bag:
This beautiful and functional bag is made of worsted-weight wool held double on large needles. It knits up quickly. Embellishments may include a mohair contrast stripe at the top, a beautiful closure, and (taught in a separate workshop) needle felted accents. The class is full of helpful techniques: feltable I-cord handles, and I cord bind-off that you'll find useful for other projects finishes, picking up stitches and of course, an introduction to the felting process.
Instructor: Cheryl Kurzawa
Fee: $65 + tax
Thursday May 8, 22, and 29th 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Knitted Airy Shawl
Learn how to knit holes – on purpose! Easy and pretty shawl perfect for beginners who have made enough scarves. Pattern is a free download at fiestayarns.com or you can pick up at the class.
Instructor: Celeste Nossiter
Fee $50 + tax
Wednesday May 14 & 21 6 pm to 8 pm
Supplies: 2 skeins Fiesta Yarn Ballet and 1 skein Rayon Starburst Boucle in same colorway; straight or circular needles US 6
As Always, Village Wools
http://www.villagewools.com/
This beautiful and functional bag is made of worsted-weight wool held double on large needles. It knits up quickly. Embellishments may include a mohair contrast stripe at the top, a beautiful closure, and (taught in a separate workshop) needle felted accents. The class is full of helpful techniques: feltable I-cord handles, and I cord bind-off that you'll find useful for other projects finishes, picking up stitches and of course, an introduction to the felting process.
Instructor: Cheryl Kurzawa
Fee: $65 + tax
Thursday May 8, 22, and 29th 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Knitted Airy Shawl
Learn how to knit holes – on purpose! Easy and pretty shawl perfect for beginners who have made enough scarves. Pattern is a free download at fiestayarns.com or you can pick up at the class.
Instructor: Celeste Nossiter
Fee $50 + tax
Wednesday May 14 & 21 6 pm to 8 pm
Supplies: 2 skeins Fiesta Yarn Ballet and 1 skein Rayon Starburst Boucle in same colorway; straight or circular needles US 6
As Always, Village Wools
http://www.villagewools.com/
NMMNH Events for the week of 17 April
NMMNH Events for the week of 17 April
Lockheed Martin DynaTheater
-Dinosaurs Alive!
-The Living Sea
http://www.naturalhistoryfoundation.org/dynatheater.html
Planetarium
-Enchanted Skies: The Digital Universe
-Night of the Titanic
-It’s About Time
http://www.naturalhistoryfoundation.org/planetarium.html
Short Talks
-The Triassic Lungfish Kirby
-Earth Poetry for Earth Day
http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/edu_lectures.html#shorttalk
http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/
Lockheed Martin DynaTheater
-Dinosaurs Alive!
-The Living Sea
http://www.naturalhistoryfoundation.org/dynatheater.html
Planetarium
-Enchanted Skies: The Digital Universe
-Night of the Titanic
-It’s About Time
http://www.naturalhistoryfoundation.org/planetarium.html
Short Talks
-The Triassic Lungfish Kirby
-Earth Poetry for Earth Day
http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/edu_lectures.html#shorttalk
http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Read ME! LIFE Launches Tapestry of Homeschooling Survey-Please respond!
Information via LIFE of Florida homepage: http://lifeofflorida.blogspot.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
We're hosting the Tapestry of Homeschool survey:
http://s-akxqb-40779.sgizmo.com/
in an effort to counteract the modern day mythology of homeschooling.
There are a lot of opinions out there about what homeschoolers want,
who homeschoolers are, and how homeschoolers teach and learn.
Unfortunately, many of those opinions come from people who don't
homeschool, or have a particular interest in portraying homeschoolers
a certain way.
Learning is for Everyone thinks it's time homeschoolers spoke for
themselves, instead of for government statistical surveys, or for the
private agendas of special interest groups. Tapestry of Homeschool
was put together by homeschoolers, for homeschoolers. Nearly 100
home educators from eight states provided input and suggestions for
this survey.
Homeschoolers comprise a diverse and multifaceted community. Getting
a better picture of who we are can help us support one another
better, as well as better protect our collective right to direct our
children's learning.
Results of this survey will be publicly available, but not publicly
broadcast. No personal information will be collected, nor will any
information be sold or used for commercial purposes by Learning is
for Everyone, Inc.
Hard (paper) copies of the survey are available on request for
distribution at a local level by local and state homeschool groups.
You may return the surveys to us (email info@learningis4eve ryone.org
for address) for inclusion in final results, or use them to get a
better understanding of homeschooling in your area.
The survey is long -- there are 80 questions -- but many are optional
fill-ins. And we're asking questions others looking at homeschooling
haven't been asking, about things we think will provide a far more
accurate look at who we are and what's important to us. It'll remain
online through the summer.
I hope you'll add your threads to the Tapestry of Homeschool, and
encourage others to, as well. Email info @learningis4everyon e.org if
you have questions or thoughts.
Terri Willingham
Learningis4everyone .org
Tapestry of Homeschool Survey
http://s-akxqb-40779.sgizmo.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
We're hosting the Tapestry of Homeschool survey:
http://s-akxqb-40779.sgizmo.com/
in an effort to counteract the modern day mythology of homeschooling.
There are a lot of opinions out there about what homeschoolers want,
who homeschoolers are, and how homeschoolers teach and learn.
Unfortunately, many of those opinions come from people who don't
homeschool, or have a particular interest in portraying homeschoolers
a certain way.
Learning is for Everyone thinks it's time homeschoolers spoke for
themselves, instead of for government statistical surveys, or for the
private agendas of special interest groups. Tapestry of Homeschool
was put together by homeschoolers, for homeschoolers. Nearly 100
home educators from eight states provided input and suggestions for
this survey.
Homeschoolers comprise a diverse and multifaceted community. Getting
a better picture of who we are can help us support one another
better, as well as better protect our collective right to direct our
children's learning.
Results of this survey will be publicly available, but not publicly
broadcast. No personal information will be collected, nor will any
information be sold or used for commercial purposes by Learning is
for Everyone, Inc.
Hard (paper) copies of the survey are available on request for
distribution at a local level by local and state homeschool groups.
You may return the surveys to us (email info@learningis4eve ryone.org
for address) for inclusion in final results, or use them to get a
better understanding of homeschooling in your area.
The survey is long -- there are 80 questions -- but many are optional
fill-ins. And we're asking questions others looking at homeschooling
haven't been asking, about things we think will provide a far more
accurate look at who we are and what's important to us. It'll remain
online through the summer.
I hope you'll add your threads to the Tapestry of Homeschool, and
encourage others to, as well. Email info @learningis4everyon e.org if
you have questions or thoughts.
Terri Willingham
Learningis4everyone .org
Tapestry of Homeschool Survey
http://s-akxqb-40779.sgizmo.com/
Spelling City, Free Online Spelling Program
Information via LIFE of Florida homepage: http://lifeofflorida.blogspot.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Spelling City
http://spellingcity .com/
SpellingCity is a free online spelling program to help improve spelling
skills:
- contains over 28,000 spelling words, including plurals,
contractions, future and past tenses
- uses a REAL human voice that says both the word and the word in a
sentence
This spelling program provides spelling practice for spelling help at
home or school.
- teachers and parents can enter and save their own spelling lists for
their students/children
- students can play games with their words or any saved lists
- teachers and parents can save and share their lists
- the forum allows teachers and parents to share lists and ideas
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Spelling City
http://spellingcity .com/
SpellingCity is a free online spelling program to help improve spelling
skills:
- contains over 28,000 spelling words, including plurals,
contractions, future and past tenses
- uses a REAL human voice that says both the word and the word in a
sentence
This spelling program provides spelling practice for spelling help at
home or school.
- teachers and parents can enter and save their own spelling lists for
their students/children
- students can play games with their words or any saved lists
- teachers and parents can save and share their lists
- the forum allows teachers and parents to share lists and ideas
Library of Congress, Flickr Pilot
Information via LIFE of Florida homepage: http://lifeofflorida.blogspot.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Library of Congress Flickr pilot
http://www.flickr. com/photos/ library_of_ congress/ collections/ 721576013
55524315/
The Library of Congress invites you to explore history visually by
looking at interesting photos from our collections. Please add tags
and comments, too! More words are needed to help more people find and
use these pictures.
The Library's Prints and Photographs Division houses some 14 million
items, ranging from historical photographs and architectural drawings
to advertising labels and posters from all over the world. You can
find more than one million pictures among the digitized collections
in the Prints and Photographs Online Catalog at the Library of
Congress Web site. You might also enjoy the special presentations of
photos also appear in American Memory and Exhibitions.
For more information or to ask a question about the sets of photos in
flickr, please visit the Prints and Photographs Reading Room home
page: http://www.loc. gov/rr/print/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Library of Congress Flickr pilot
http://www.flickr. com/photos/ library_of_ congress/ collections/ 721576013
55524315/
The Library of Congress invites you to explore history visually by
looking at interesting photos from our collections. Please add tags
and comments, too! More words are needed to help more people find and
use these pictures.
The Library's Prints and Photographs Division houses some 14 million
items, ranging from historical photographs and architectural drawings
to advertising labels and posters from all over the world. You can
find more than one million pictures among the digitized collections
in the Prints and Photographs Online Catalog at the Library of
Congress Web site. You might also enjoy the special presentations of
photos also appear in American Memory and Exhibitions.
For more information or to ask a question about the sets of photos in
flickr, please visit the Prints and Photographs Reading Room home
page: http://www.loc. gov/rr/print/
Brainpop Earth Day Special, Free Resources
Information via LIFE of Florida homepage: http://lifeofflorida.blogspot.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Brainpop Earth Day Special: Free resources
http://www.brainpop .com/earthday/
April 22nd is Earth Day, an international celebration of our one and
only planet Earth! To mark the occasion, check out our special minisite
related to environmental awareness, conservation, and humans’ role in
the health of our home planet. You can learn about natural resources;
environmental effects such as the greenhouse effect and global warming;
and how things like fossil fuels and pollution affect the Earth. For
special tips from Tim and Moby on how you can do your part to help keep
the planet livable for everyone, you can also watch movies such as
Recycling and Humans and the Environment!
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Brainpop Earth Day Special: Free resources
http://www.brainpop .com/earthday/
April 22nd is Earth Day, an international celebration of our one and
only planet Earth! To mark the occasion, check out our special minisite
related to environmental awareness, conservation, and humans’ role in
the health of our home planet. You can learn about natural resources;
environmental effects such as the greenhouse effect and global warming;
and how things like fossil fuels and pollution affect the Earth. For
special tips from Tim and Moby on how you can do your part to help keep
the planet livable for everyone, you can also watch movies such as
Recycling and Humans and the Environment!
Los Alamos: Thankful Hearts Homeschool Exhibition
Information via LA-Homeschool@yahoogroups.com
This is a reminder to sign your children up for the
T h a n k f u l H e a r t s
Homeschool Exhibition
May 24th
First Baptist Church of Los Alamos
We hope to see you there, and please feel welcome
to invite your extended family, too!
Your children can participate in Thankful Hearts by...
o Displaying works from the past year, and/or
o Performing before a supportive audience.
There's more information here:
www.LosAlamosHomeSchoolers.org/ThankfulHearts/2008/Overview.htm
Register by contacting Scott or Joy Runnels.
Home number: 661-2415
E-mail: SRunnels@srconsult.com or Joy@srconsult.com
This is a reminder to sign your children up for the
T h a n k f u l H e a r t s
Homeschool Exhibition
May 24th
First Baptist Church of Los Alamos
We hope to see you there, and please feel welcome
to invite your extended family, too!
Your children can participate in Thankful Hearts by...
o Displaying works from the past year, and/or
o Performing before a supportive audience.
There's more information here:
www.LosAlamosHomeSchoolers.org/ThankfulHearts/2008/Overview.htm
Register by contacting Scott or Joy Runnels.
Home number: 661-2415
E-mail: SRunnels@srconsult.com or Joy@srconsult.com
Santa Fe: FREE Snake Awareness Class
FREE Snake Awareness Class
The Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society presents "Snake
Awareness" -- a class by Tom Wyatt of the Wildlife Center on Saturday,
May 24th at 10:30am at the SFAS&HS training center 2570-B Camino
Entrada, between outback Steakhouse and Kohl's.
Topics will include snake identification, bite prevention and first
aid for snake bites. He will also have about 20 snakes on hand for the
presentation.
The presentation is open to the public!
If you have any questions or need directions, call Lisa at 983-4309
ext. 230
The Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society presents "Snake
Awareness" -- a class by Tom Wyatt of the Wildlife Center on Saturday,
May 24th at 10:30am at the SFAS&HS training center 2570-B Camino
Entrada, between outback Steakhouse and Kohl's.
Topics will include snake identification, bite prevention and first
aid for snake bites. He will also have about 20 snakes on hand for the
presentation.
The presentation is open to the public!
If you have any questions or need directions, call Lisa at 983-4309
ext. 230
Science Web Seminars--FREE
Note: You do NOT have to be an NSTA member to participate in these Web Seminars—check it out!
Develop Your Content Knowledge Via Web Seminars
Now open for registration, new web seminars are offered for FREE and cover 90-minutes of in-depth information on topics such as coral ecosystems, mapping the Moon, penguins and polar bears, Mars exploration, microscopes, space exploration, energy, the International Polar Year, science careers, and food science. These programs, designed for K-12 educators, are sponsored by the National Science Digital Library (NSDL), NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), NASA Johnson Space Center, Sally Ride Science, the National Science Foundation, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Register today online at the NSTA Learning Center and become the best science teacher you can be.
Mary Jo Daniel, Ph.D.
Science Specialist
Math and Science Bureau
New Mexico Public Education Department
300 Don Gaspar
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone: (505) 476-1882
Fax: (505) 827-1784
Develop Your Content Knowledge Via Web Seminars
Now open for registration, new web seminars are offered for FREE and cover 90-minutes of in-depth information on topics such as coral ecosystems, mapping the Moon, penguins and polar bears, Mars exploration, microscopes, space exploration, energy, the International Polar Year, science careers, and food science. These programs, designed for K-12 educators, are sponsored by the National Science Digital Library (NSDL), NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), NASA Johnson Space Center, Sally Ride Science, the National Science Foundation, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Register today online at the NSTA Learning Center and become the best science teacher you can be.
Mary Jo Daniel, Ph.D.
Science Specialist
Math and Science Bureau
New Mexico Public Education Department
300 Don Gaspar
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone: (505) 476-1882
Fax: (505) 827-1784
Albuquerque: Public Programs at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park this coming weekend
Dear Teachers
Below are 2 Public Programs at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park this coming weekend. And Nature & Bird Walk schedule. Please pass along to interested teachers/students. Please note $3 fee per vehicle applies
See attachments for more details
WHEN: Saturday, April 19 at 1 pm in the Discovery Room at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park.
WHAT: "Ten Years of Change on the Albuquerque Overbank Restoration Project"
WHO: Dr. Cliff Crawford of the University of New Mexico
WHEN: Sunday April 20 10:30 to 11:30
WHAT: Doris Mager of SOAR (Save Our American Raptors) will give a talk & bring live birds
WHERE: in the Discovery Room at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park.
Tanja George
Interpretive Ranger
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
2901 Candelaria Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
tanja.george@state.nm.us
Phone: 505-344-7240
Fax: 505-344-4505
New Mexico State Parks - Celebrating 75 years in 2008
Below are 2 Public Programs at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park this coming weekend. And Nature & Bird Walk schedule. Please pass along to interested teachers/students. Please note $3 fee per vehicle applies
See attachments for more details
WHEN: Saturday, April 19 at 1 pm in the Discovery Room at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park.
WHAT: "Ten Years of Change on the Albuquerque Overbank Restoration Project"
WHO: Dr. Cliff Crawford of the University of New Mexico
WHEN: Sunday April 20 10:30 to 11:30
WHAT: Doris Mager of SOAR (Save Our American Raptors) will give a talk & bring live birds
WHERE: in the Discovery Room at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park.
Tanja George
Interpretive Ranger
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
2901 Candelaria Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
tanja.george@state.nm.us
Phone: 505-344-7240
Fax: 505-344-4505
New Mexico State Parks - Celebrating 75 years in 2008
ABQ, Santa Fe, Las Cruces: Scholastic Our Biggest Warehouse Book Sale of the Year - 30-80% Off Everything!
Scholastic Warehouse sales again here in NM, here is the link to where they will be in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces in case you can not see the graphic http://www.scholastic.com/bookfairs/events/warehouse/states/nm.asp the dates vary from city to city but they basically start on May 13 and end the 31st. If you live in another state search here for sales near you, http://www.scholastic.com/bookfairs/events/warehouse/ Enjoy!--Tabbi
REMINDER: CAPE-NM Convention & Curriculum Fair, April 17-19 in ABQ
Thank you for contacting CAPE-NM. If you are interested in information on “HOW TO GET STARTED IN HOME SCHOOLING” we would like to invite you to visit our website at www.cape-nm.org.
The next free Getting Started seminar in the Albuquerque area will be Thursday afternoon, April 17th from 1:00-4:00 PM at Calvary of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Rd NE.
CAPE is sponsoring the 2008 Christian Home School Convention and Curriculum Fair in Albuquerque April 17-19. Detailed information may be found at www.cape-nm.org > Convention. You may still register at the door beginning at 1:30 PM on Thursday. The registration fee is $60.00 and your spouse may attend for free. Additional family members (children 11 and older and grandparents) will be charged $12.00 each.
Because of the convention, the CAPE office will be closed until Monday, April 21. If you need a response before then, please note that your message is urgent in the subject line, and we will make every effort to get back to you before Monday. Thank you for your interest and God bless you.
Susan
CAPE Information Secretary
Christian Association of Parent Educators – New Mexico
www.cape-nm.org
info@cape-nm.org
505-898-8548 (Voice Mail)
And you shall teach them diligently… Deut. 6:5-7
CAPE-NM is dedicated to serving all the home school families in New Mexico, informing, encouraging, supporting, protecting, defending, and preserving the right and privilege of parents to direct the education of their children.
The next free Getting Started seminar in the Albuquerque area will be Thursday afternoon, April 17th from 1:00-4:00 PM at Calvary of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Rd NE.
CAPE is sponsoring the 2008 Christian Home School Convention and Curriculum Fair in Albuquerque April 17-19. Detailed information may be found at www.cape-nm.org > Convention. You may still register at the door beginning at 1:30 PM on Thursday. The registration fee is $60.00 and your spouse may attend for free. Additional family members (children 11 and older and grandparents) will be charged $12.00 each.
Because of the convention, the CAPE office will be closed until Monday, April 21. If you need a response before then, please note that your message is urgent in the subject line, and we will make every effort to get back to you before Monday. Thank you for your interest and God bless you.
Susan
CAPE Information Secretary
Christian Association of Parent Educators – New Mexico
www.cape-nm.org
info@cape-nm.org
505-898-8548 (Voice Mail)
And you shall teach them diligently… Deut. 6:5-7
CAPE-NM is dedicated to serving all the home school families in New Mexico, informing, encouraging, supporting, protecting, defending, and preserving the right and privilege of parents to direct the education of their children.
Los Ranchos de ABQ: Bookworks, Robyn Scott, HS'd Author from Africa
There is a flyer attached, if you can not see it please inquire with the originator of the email!--Tabbi
___________________________________________________________________________________
Hi Tabitha,
That’s great, what I will do is add you to our email newsletter list! I just thought I would attach the Robyn Scott flyer with a little more detail about the event. I also thought I would mention that Bookworks does offer a 10% educator’s discount, please don’t hesitate to let your at home educators know that they may take advantage of this discount!
Dear Tabitha,
I received an e-mail with your event flier in it, sounds like a great event! I also have an event lined up that I thought the New Mexico Home School Community would love to attend, we are pleased to be hosting author Robyn Scott here at Bookworks at 7pm Tuesday, April 22 for a talk and signing.
Scott is 27 and a graduate of Cambridge University who, like the children and families your organization supports, was home schooled! Scott was raised in Botswana, where her mother home schooled her and her two siblings. Twenty Chickens for a Saddle: The story of an African Childhood is the name of her memoir and it discusses how her mother home schooled the three girls, her education philosophy, Scott's own experiences, and the results—Scott went on to graduate from Cambridge with a masters degree in Bioscience Enterprise and helped to establish a charitable foundation for AIDS orphans!
If you feel like this wonderful, free event is one you would like to share with the New Mexico Home School Community I would be happy to forward a flier to you, or perhaps drop some off for distribution.
Thanks and best,
Cein Cunningham
Bookworks
Events & Marketing Coordinator
4022 Rio Grande Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
505-344-8139
505-344-9948 fax
events@bkwrks.com
___________________________________________________________________________________
Hi Tabitha,
That’s great, what I will do is add you to our email newsletter list! I just thought I would attach the Robyn Scott flyer with a little more detail about the event. I also thought I would mention that Bookworks does offer a 10% educator’s discount, please don’t hesitate to let your at home educators know that they may take advantage of this discount!
Dear Tabitha,
I received an e-mail with your event flier in it, sounds like a great event! I also have an event lined up that I thought the New Mexico Home School Community would love to attend, we are pleased to be hosting author Robyn Scott here at Bookworks at 7pm Tuesday, April 22 for a talk and signing.
Scott is 27 and a graduate of Cambridge University who, like the children and families your organization supports, was home schooled! Scott was raised in Botswana, where her mother home schooled her and her two siblings. Twenty Chickens for a Saddle: The story of an African Childhood is the name of her memoir and it discusses how her mother home schooled the three girls, her education philosophy, Scott's own experiences, and the results—Scott went on to graduate from Cambridge with a masters degree in Bioscience Enterprise and helped to establish a charitable foundation for AIDS orphans!
If you feel like this wonderful, free event is one you would like to share with the New Mexico Home School Community I would be happy to forward a flier to you, or perhaps drop some off for distribution.
Thanks and best,
Cein Cunningham
Bookworks
Events & Marketing Coordinator
4022 Rio Grande Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
505-344-8139
505-344-9948 fax
events@bkwrks.com
Baskin Robbins, 31cent scoop night
OK So if you did not get enough ice cream at Ben & Jerry's the day after that (Wed April 30, 5-10PM) head on over to Baskin Robbins for 31cent scoop night which supports the Fallen Fire Fighters Foundation! Choices, choices, I mean these are the good choices in life...hmmm rocky road or bubble gum? Have fun , Tabbi
Participating stores will reduce prices of small ice cream scoops
to 31 cents.*
A donation of $100,000 will be made by Baskin-Robbins to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. At select stores throughout the country, you may also have a chance to donate to your local fire station.
http://www.baskinrobbins.com/promotion/31cent.aspx
Participating stores will reduce prices of small ice cream scoops
to 31 cents.*
A donation of $100,000 will be made by Baskin-Robbins to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. At select stores throughout the country, you may also have a chance to donate to your local fire station.
http://www.baskinrobbins.com/promotion/31cent.aspx
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Albuquerque: Wonderful Percussion Teacher
Tabbi,
Would you mind posting this to the group?
Anyone looking for a really talented and professional drum instructor may want to contact Sharon Eldridge at 505-898-7944. My oldest son began working with Sharon at the Jazz Ensemble program through the Outpost Performance Space over by UNM. He fell in love with percussion and began drum lessons with her in August. Sharon has been so patient, mindful and supportive of his efforts that he has really shown an incredible amount of progression and enthusiasm for the instrument. My younger son began lessons with her in January and is also loving it. I truly can not say enough about Sharon and her style of teaching. I used to play the drums as a young adult and in the three years or so that I played I never reached the level that my ten year old son has in less than a year. Now that could potentially mean that I stunk, but I prefer to think that it is because of her instruction and ability to inspire. Check her out, she has a nice studio for teaching both in the center of town and, I believe, on the West side.
kari
www.riogranderootsandshoots.org
Would you mind posting this to the group?
Anyone looking for a really talented and professional drum instructor may want to contact Sharon Eldridge at 505-898-7944. My oldest son began working with Sharon at the Jazz Ensemble program through the Outpost Performance Space over by UNM. He fell in love with percussion and began drum lessons with her in August. Sharon has been so patient, mindful and supportive of his efforts that he has really shown an incredible amount of progression and enthusiasm for the instrument. My younger son began lessons with her in January and is also loving it. I truly can not say enough about Sharon and her style of teaching. I used to play the drums as a young adult and in the three years or so that I played I never reached the level that my ten year old son has in less than a year. Now that could potentially mean that I stunk, but I prefer to think that it is because of her instruction and ability to inspire. Check her out, she has a nice studio for teaching both in the center of town and, I believe, on the West side.
kari
www.riogranderootsandshoots.org
National Environmental Education Week
It's National Environmental Education Week
http://www.eeweek. org/
Today is Monday of EE Week! Over 1,600 schools nature centers, zoos,
parks, museums, and aquariums are bringing environmental education to
their students in celebration of National Environmental Education
Week--thank you for your support!
In celebration of its Carbon Footprints theme, EE Week 2008 is proud
to announce the Zerofootprint carbon calculator specifically designed
for American students. Built by Zerofootprint, the EE Week Carbon
Calculator encourages students, classrooms, and entire schools to
measure and manage their own carbon footprints while developing
creative ways to curb their carbon output and slow climate change.
Students can compare their carbon footprints with students in other
schools, boys vs. girls and more! Access the EE Week Carbon
Calculator : http://zerofootprin t.net/youth/ neew
Each day of EE Week we will be providing tips for students and
teachers to help curb carbon footprints and protect the environment- -
check out the first tip below, and have a great EE Week!
Sincerely,
Karen Schultz
National Environmental Education Week Coordinator
P.S. It's not too late to register! Access the online registration
form.
Carbon Tip of the Day
Start an Anti-Idling Campaign
Curb greenhouse gas emissions in your school parking lot by starting
an anti-idling campaign in your school or district. The average
school bus burns half a gallon of fuel per hour when idling, emitting
11.1 pounds of carbon and costing school districts money. Diesel and
gasoline exhaust also poses a health hazard for teachers and
students, particularly those with asthma. Encourage your students to
ask their parents to turn off their cars when waiting for them after
school, and follow the EPA's tips for starting an anti-idling
campaign: http://epa.gov/ cleanschoolbus/ antiidling. htm
Local Partner Spotlight
Prior Lake-Savage Area School District, MN
The Prior Lake-Savage Area School District is celebrating EE Week
with challenges for students and teachers alike. Students are
invited to submit to the Environmental Poetry Contest and Nature
Photography display. Teachers are challenged to find the district's
Naturalist room to check out environmental teaching supplies.
Students will also kick off EE Week by assisting with the
groundbreaking of the new McColl Pond Environmental Learning Center.
Do you have EE Week plans that you'd like to spotlight in this
newsletter? Email them to us!
National Partner Spotlight
Earth Day Network: http://ww2.earthday .net/
Earth Day Network seeks to grow and diversify the environmental
movement worldwide, and to mobilize it as the most effective vehicle
for promoting a healthy, sustainable planet. Their innovative
education initiatives focus on creating a new generation of
environmentally aware and democratically active citizens, as well as
building healthy, green schools and communities across the nation.
In honor of EE Week's Carbon Footprints theme, the Earth Day Network
has developed a special series of high school lesson plans on climate-
related topics. Today's featured lesson explores Biodiversity and
Climate.
Explore other climage change lessons in EE Week's Curricula Library.
At the National Environmental Education Foundation, we provide
objective environmental information to help Americans live better
every day. At a time of conflicting and challenging messages about
the state of our environment, we provide trusted knowledge, resources
and opportunities to improve our lives and the health of the planet.
http://www.eeweek. org/
Today is Monday of EE Week! Over 1,600 schools nature centers, zoos,
parks, museums, and aquariums are bringing environmental education to
their students in celebration of National Environmental Education
Week--thank you for your support!
In celebration of its Carbon Footprints theme, EE Week 2008 is proud
to announce the Zerofootprint carbon calculator specifically designed
for American students. Built by Zerofootprint, the EE Week Carbon
Calculator encourages students, classrooms, and entire schools to
measure and manage their own carbon footprints while developing
creative ways to curb their carbon output and slow climate change.
Students can compare their carbon footprints with students in other
schools, boys vs. girls and more! Access the EE Week Carbon
Calculator : http://zerofootprin t.net/youth/ neew
Each day of EE Week we will be providing tips for students and
teachers to help curb carbon footprints and protect the environment- -
check out the first tip below, and have a great EE Week!
Sincerely,
Karen Schultz
National Environmental Education Week Coordinator
P.S. It's not too late to register! Access the online registration
form.
Carbon Tip of the Day
Start an Anti-Idling Campaign
Curb greenhouse gas emissions in your school parking lot by starting
an anti-idling campaign in your school or district. The average
school bus burns half a gallon of fuel per hour when idling, emitting
11.1 pounds of carbon and costing school districts money. Diesel and
gasoline exhaust also poses a health hazard for teachers and
students, particularly those with asthma. Encourage your students to
ask their parents to turn off their cars when waiting for them after
school, and follow the EPA's tips for starting an anti-idling
campaign: http://epa.gov/ cleanschoolbus/ antiidling. htm
Local Partner Spotlight
Prior Lake-Savage Area School District, MN
The Prior Lake-Savage Area School District is celebrating EE Week
with challenges for students and teachers alike. Students are
invited to submit to the Environmental Poetry Contest and Nature
Photography display. Teachers are challenged to find the district's
Naturalist room to check out environmental teaching supplies.
Students will also kick off EE Week by assisting with the
groundbreaking of the new McColl Pond Environmental Learning Center.
Do you have EE Week plans that you'd like to spotlight in this
newsletter? Email them to us!
National Partner Spotlight
Earth Day Network: http://ww2.earthday .net/
Earth Day Network seeks to grow and diversify the environmental
movement worldwide, and to mobilize it as the most effective vehicle
for promoting a healthy, sustainable planet. Their innovative
education initiatives focus on creating a new generation of
environmentally aware and democratically active citizens, as well as
building healthy, green schools and communities across the nation.
In honor of EE Week's Carbon Footprints theme, the Earth Day Network
has developed a special series of high school lesson plans on climate-
related topics. Today's featured lesson explores Biodiversity and
Climate.
Explore other climage change lessons in EE Week's Curricula Library.
At the National Environmental Education Foundation, we provide
objective environmental information to help Americans live better
every day. At a time of conflicting and challenging messages about
the state of our environment, we provide trusted knowledge, resources
and opportunities to improve our lives and the health of the planet.
Civics Literacy Quiz
Information via LIFE of Florida homepage: http://lifeofflorida.blogspot.com/
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Civic Literacy Quiz
http://www.american civicliteracy. org/resources/ quiz.aspx
Test your knowledge by answering the sixty multiple-choice questions
below. You must answer all questions. When you are finished, use the
button at the bottom to submit your quiz for scoring.
You will be given a score for the number of questions you answered
correctly. For those questions you missed, the appropriate answer will
be provided.
More info and civic literacy report here:
http://www.american civicliteracy. org/report/ summary_summary. html
Learning is for Everyone, Inc homepage & Forums: http://www.Learningis4everyone.org
Civic Literacy Quiz
http://www.american civicliteracy. org/resources/ quiz.aspx
Test your knowledge by answering the sixty multiple-choice questions
below. You must answer all questions. When you are finished, use the
button at the bottom to submit your quiz for scoring.
You will be given a score for the number of questions you answered
correctly. For those questions you missed, the appropriate answer will
be provided.
More info and civic literacy report here:
http://www.american civicliteracy. org/report/ summary_summary. html
City of Santa Fe Sponsors More Free Self-Defense Classes
City of Santa Fe Sponsors More Free Self-Defense Classes
The City of Santa Fe has signed a new contract with IMPACT Personal Safety to provide additional self-defense classes to the public. The new contract covers five three-hour classes, including two for English speakers, two for Spanish speakers and one for residents age 55 and older. This is the first time that the Spanish language classes have been offered to the general public.
These classes are free and space is limited. One of the classes for English speakers has already been held; participants were selected from a waiting list of more than 300 people which was developed the last time the city sponsored self–defense classes with IMPACT. The other classes are scheduled to be held on the dates that follow:
• April 26 (for English speakers) 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
• May 17 (for those 55 and older) 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
• May 24 (for Spanish speakers) 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
• June 11 (for Spanish speakers) 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Additionally, IMPACT Personal Safety plans to offer classes for city employees this summer.
The city first signed a contract with IMPACT Personal Safety last year following a sudden increase in sexual assaults. Out of concern for the safety of constituents, City Councilors Patti Bushee, Rebecca Wurzburger and then Councilor Karen Heldmeyer, led the effort to approve a City sponsored free self-defense course to be led by the nonprofit agency IMPACT Personal Safety. IMPACT Personal Safety teaches self-defense techniques to men, women and children of all ages that are fast, effective and proven.
The basic PREPARE 3-hour self-defense course offers a wide range of personal safety skills including awareness and avoidance skills, verbal strategies and physical techniques. Physical skills are practiced full-force against fully padded instructors trained in re-creating common assault situations.
For more information or to register, call (505) 992-8833.
Alena Schaim
Program & Outreach Coordinator / Instructor
IMPACT Personal Safety
PO Box 8350
Santa Fe, NM 87504
Tel: 505-992-8833
Fax: 505-992-8853
www.IMPACTPersonalSafety.org
The City of Santa Fe has signed a new contract with IMPACT Personal Safety to provide additional self-defense classes to the public. The new contract covers five three-hour classes, including two for English speakers, two for Spanish speakers and one for residents age 55 and older. This is the first time that the Spanish language classes have been offered to the general public.
These classes are free and space is limited. One of the classes for English speakers has already been held; participants were selected from a waiting list of more than 300 people which was developed the last time the city sponsored self–defense classes with IMPACT. The other classes are scheduled to be held on the dates that follow:
• April 26 (for English speakers) 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
• May 17 (for those 55 and older) 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
• May 24 (for Spanish speakers) 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
• June 11 (for Spanish speakers) 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Additionally, IMPACT Personal Safety plans to offer classes for city employees this summer.
The city first signed a contract with IMPACT Personal Safety last year following a sudden increase in sexual assaults. Out of concern for the safety of constituents, City Councilors Patti Bushee, Rebecca Wurzburger and then Councilor Karen Heldmeyer, led the effort to approve a City sponsored free self-defense course to be led by the nonprofit agency IMPACT Personal Safety. IMPACT Personal Safety teaches self-defense techniques to men, women and children of all ages that are fast, effective and proven.
The basic PREPARE 3-hour self-defense course offers a wide range of personal safety skills including awareness and avoidance skills, verbal strategies and physical techniques. Physical skills are practiced full-force against fully padded instructors trained in re-creating common assault situations.
For more information or to register, call (505) 992-8833.
Alena Schaim
Program & Outreach Coordinator / Instructor
IMPACT Personal Safety
PO Box 8350
Santa Fe, NM 87504
Tel: 505-992-8833
Fax: 505-992-8853
www.IMPACTPersonalSafety.org
Los Ranchos de ABQ: Bookworks Event for Homeschool Community
Dear Tabitha,
I received an e-mail with your event flier in it, sounds like a great event! I also have an event lined up that I thought the New Mexico Home School Community would love to attend, we are pleased to be hosting author Robyn Scott here at Bookworks at 7pm Tuesday, April 22 for a talk and signing.
Scott is 27 and a graduate of Cambridge University who, like the children and families your organization supports, was home schooled! Scott was raised in Botswana, where her mother home schooled her and her two siblings. Twenty Chickens for a Saddle: The story of an African Childhood is the name of her memoir and it discusses how her mother home schooled the three girls, her education philosophy, Scott’s own experiences, and the results—Scott went on to graduate from Cambridge with a masters degree in Bioscience Enterprise and helped to establish a charitable foundation for AIDS orphans!
If you feel like this wonderful, free event is one you would like to share with the New Mexico Home School Community I would be happy to forward a flier to you, or perhaps drop some off for distribution.
Thanks and best,
Cein Cunningham
Bookworks
Events & Marketing Coordinator
4022 Rio Grande Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
505-344-8139
505-344-9948 fax
events@bkwrks.com
I received an e-mail with your event flier in it, sounds like a great event! I also have an event lined up that I thought the New Mexico Home School Community would love to attend, we are pleased to be hosting author Robyn Scott here at Bookworks at 7pm Tuesday, April 22 for a talk and signing.
Scott is 27 and a graduate of Cambridge University who, like the children and families your organization supports, was home schooled! Scott was raised in Botswana, where her mother home schooled her and her two siblings. Twenty Chickens for a Saddle: The story of an African Childhood is the name of her memoir and it discusses how her mother home schooled the three girls, her education philosophy, Scott’s own experiences, and the results—Scott went on to graduate from Cambridge with a masters degree in Bioscience Enterprise and helped to establish a charitable foundation for AIDS orphans!
If you feel like this wonderful, free event is one you would like to share with the New Mexico Home School Community I would be happy to forward a flier to you, or perhaps drop some off for distribution.
Thanks and best,
Cein Cunningham
Bookworks
Events & Marketing Coordinator
4022 Rio Grande Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
505-344-8139
505-344-9948 fax
events@bkwrks.com
Ben & Jerry's - Free Cone Day April 29, 2008
We all must have our priorities! Free ice cream....will it be Chunky Monkey or Cherry Garcia? One of the toughest decisions I have to make all year, lol! Have fun!--Tabbi
Ben & Jerry's - Free Cone Day April 29, 2008
Ben & Jerry's - Free Cone Day April 29, 2008
Monday, April 14, 2008
World Wide Wolves essay Contest
Hello,
The International Wolf Center is holding an international essay contest for classes around the globe -Would you be willing to publish this information or help us spread the word? Here is some info.
World Wide Wolves Essay Contest
The International Wolf Center ( www.wolf.org) is holding a World Wide Wolves Essay Contest to celebrate the addition of two new wolf pups to their Exhibit Pack this Spring. The contest is for classes around the world. Entries will be accepted beginning 6/1/ 2008 with final submissions accepted at the end of Wolf Awareness Week on 10/25/2008.
There is no cost to enter.
Students are invited to learn more about wolves by observing the pups (beginning late May) via 24 hour webcam at www.wolf.org and read the online wolf logs describing the pup behavior and development.
Contest is open to students ages 10-14 and 15-18.
Some great gifts and prizes will be awarded including a free Distance Learning program for the class with the winning entry in each age category and the chance to see winning entries published on the International Wolf Center Web site and in the prestigious, International Wolf Magazine.
For more details on contest rules, entry requirements, and prizes, and for essay questions watch for details coming soon to our website at www.wolf.org. Or email Sharon Reed at sreed@wolf.org.
Many thanks!
Nan Vest, Marketing/Communications Consultant
International Wolf Center
French Regional Park
Direct Line- 612-272-9501
12615 Co. Rd. 9, Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 560-7374 ext. 225, Fax (763) 560-7368
http://www.wolf.org
Teaching the World about Wolves since 1985
The International Wolf Center is holding an international essay contest for classes around the globe -Would you be willing to publish this information or help us spread the word? Here is some info.
World Wide Wolves Essay Contest
The International Wolf Center ( www.wolf.org) is holding a World Wide Wolves Essay Contest to celebrate the addition of two new wolf pups to their Exhibit Pack this Spring. The contest is for classes around the world. Entries will be accepted beginning 6/1/ 2008 with final submissions accepted at the end of Wolf Awareness Week on 10/25/2008.
There is no cost to enter.
Students are invited to learn more about wolves by observing the pups (beginning late May) via 24 hour webcam at www.wolf.org and read the online wolf logs describing the pup behavior and development.
Contest is open to students ages 10-14 and 15-18.
Some great gifts and prizes will be awarded including a free Distance Learning program for the class with the winning entry in each age category and the chance to see winning entries published on the International Wolf Center Web site and in the prestigious, International Wolf Magazine.
For more details on contest rules, entry requirements, and prizes, and for essay questions watch for details coming soon to our website at www.wolf.org. Or email Sharon Reed at sreed@wolf.org.
Many thanks!
Nan Vest, Marketing/Communications Consultant
International Wolf Center
French Regional Park
Direct Line- 612-272-9501
12615 Co. Rd. 9, Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 560-7374 ext. 225, Fax (763) 560-7368
http://www.wolf.org
Teaching the World about Wolves since 1985
Albuquerque: PE at the Little Gym! for Homeschoolers!
Hello,
The Little Gym would love to give the homeschooling community an educational and fun alternative to physical ed. We will need to fill a class with atleast six or more students in order to open one. Please feel free to call us with any questions you or any parents may have.
Jennifer Dacamara
Program Director
505-897-0496
Dear home school community,
The Little Gym would like to present the opportunity for your schooling system to offer an alternative to physical education. If there is enough interest we would like to open a couple of classes during the mid-day to incorporate into your curriculum. We would love to provide your children the opportunity to grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and perceptually, hear at The Little Gyms of Albuquerque (two locations in Albuquerque). Here is some information about The Little Gym and all the benefit we have to offer.
Motor skill development made fun
As you strive to give your children the best foundation for success, The Little Gym® is there to help you along the way. Our professionally developed, non-competitive curriculum has been designed to build motor skills while having fun, and simultaneously fostering enhanced emotional, intellectual and social skills. Our programs include movement, music, gymnastics, sports, exercise, games, listening and cooperation. Each child receives individual attention and progresses at their own pace in a non-threatening, warm and nurturing environment. Trained instructors create an atmosphere where positive experiences are the norm and feedback is given to every child and parent. For over 30 years, parents have relied on The Little Gym® to help their kids build the skills and confidence that will enhance every aspect of their lives.
Here are some of the programs we offer
Developmental Gymnastics (This is our core curriculum)
Dance
Cheerleading
Sports Skills
Karate
Albuquerque East Albuquerque West
9500 Montgomery Blvd #3 8201 Golf Course Rd B-1
505-323-1270 505-897-0496
The Little Gym would love to give the homeschooling community an educational and fun alternative to physical ed. We will need to fill a class with atleast six or more students in order to open one. Please feel free to call us with any questions you or any parents may have.
Jennifer Dacamara
Program Director
505-897-0496
Dear home school community,
The Little Gym would like to present the opportunity for your schooling system to offer an alternative to physical education. If there is enough interest we would like to open a couple of classes during the mid-day to incorporate into your curriculum. We would love to provide your children the opportunity to grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and perceptually, hear at The Little Gyms of Albuquerque (two locations in Albuquerque). Here is some information about The Little Gym and all the benefit we have to offer.
Motor skill development made fun
As you strive to give your children the best foundation for success, The Little Gym® is there to help you along the way. Our professionally developed, non-competitive curriculum has been designed to build motor skills while having fun, and simultaneously fostering enhanced emotional, intellectual and social skills. Our programs include movement, music, gymnastics, sports, exercise, games, listening and cooperation. Each child receives individual attention and progresses at their own pace in a non-threatening, warm and nurturing environment. Trained instructors create an atmosphere where positive experiences are the norm and feedback is given to every child and parent. For over 30 years, parents have relied on The Little Gym® to help their kids build the skills and confidence that will enhance every aspect of their lives.
Here are some of the programs we offer
Developmental Gymnastics (This is our core curriculum)
Dance
Cheerleading
Sports Skills
Karate
Albuquerque East Albuquerque West
9500 Montgomery Blvd #3 8201 Golf Course Rd B-1
505-323-1270 505-897-0496
Albuquerque BioPark Celebrates EARTH DAY with a Party for the Planet on Saturday, April 19
City of Albuquerque
Albuquerque Biological Park
NEWS RELEASE
FOR: ALBUQUERQUE BIOLOGICAL PARK EDUCATION
DATE: MONDAY, APRIL 14, 2008
CONTACT: ALLYSON ZAHM, (505) 764-6247
ACTING BIOPARK EDUCATION CURATOR
RELEASE: IMMEDIATELY, PLEASE
SUMMARY: ALBUQUERQUE BIOPARK CELEBRATES EARTH DAY WITH A PARTY FOR THE PLANET ON SATURDAY, APRIL 19
In concert with zoos and aquariums across the nation, the Albuquerque Biological Park will celebrate Earth Day in a BIG way with a Party for the Planet on Saturday, April 19, from 10:00am-2:00pm. Visitors to each of the BioPark’s facilities – Zoo, Aquarium, Botanic Garden and Tingley Beach – will learn how to lessen their impact on the Earth and protect animals, plants and habitats.
At each facility, Celebra la Ciencia stations will feature family-focused, hands-on science activities taught by bilingual instructors. All Earth Day activities are included with regular admission.
At the Zoo, visitors will learn about endangered animals from around the world and how to protect them. Children can celebrate the “Year of the Frog” as they learn to identify frog calls and study tadpoles. The New Mexico Solar Energy Association will install a photovoltaic panel on the Zoo’s gift shop during the event and will provide information about solar energy.
At the Aquarium, visitors will follow a drop of water from the Rio Grande to the sea as they learn about amazing aquatic animals and how to protect marine ecosystems. Children will be able to make their own “mini-aquarium” to take home (while supplies last).
At the Botanic Garden, visitors will learn about plants for water-wise gardens and will be able to plant seeds to take home for their own garden. Local landscape architects will compete in a chalk art competition in the Aquarium/Botanic Garden plaza and will install temporary xeric landscapes near the parking lot.
At Tingley Beach, the BioVan will showcase plants and animals found along the Rio Grande. Guided wildlife-watching hikes through the nearby bosque will take place at 11:00am, 12:00pm and 1:00pm. Fishing lessons and pond life studies will take place at the Tingley Beach fishing lakes.
Celebra la Ciencia is a coalition of local science education institutions dedicated to engaging families in informal, hands-on science programs and increasing awareness about science career opportunities.
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For more information, call BioPark education at 505-764-6247 or 311 (Relay NM or 711). The BioPark is a division of the City of Albuquerque’s Cultural Services Department. Visit the BioPark website at www.cabq.gov/biopark for more information about our facilities and programs.
Same day combo admission to the BioPark’s Rio Grande Zoo, Albuquerque Aquarium and Rio Grande Botanic Garden is $12 for adults; $5 for seniors 65 and older and for children 3-12. New Mexico BioPark Society membership confers FREE general admission to all BioPark facilities and discounts to many special events, including summer concerts. Find out more about becoming a BioPark Society member at nmbioparksociety.org.
The Albuquerque Biological Park is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you and a better future for all living things. With more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation and your link to helping animals in their native habitats
Albuquerque Biological Park
NEWS RELEASE
FOR: ALBUQUERQUE BIOLOGICAL PARK EDUCATION
DATE: MONDAY, APRIL 14, 2008
CONTACT: ALLYSON ZAHM, (505) 764-6247
ACTING BIOPARK EDUCATION CURATOR
RELEASE: IMMEDIATELY, PLEASE
SUMMARY: ALBUQUERQUE BIOPARK CELEBRATES EARTH DAY WITH A PARTY FOR THE PLANET ON SATURDAY, APRIL 19
In concert with zoos and aquariums across the nation, the Albuquerque Biological Park will celebrate Earth Day in a BIG way with a Party for the Planet on Saturday, April 19, from 10:00am-2:00pm. Visitors to each of the BioPark’s facilities – Zoo, Aquarium, Botanic Garden and Tingley Beach – will learn how to lessen their impact on the Earth and protect animals, plants and habitats.
At each facility, Celebra la Ciencia stations will feature family-focused, hands-on science activities taught by bilingual instructors. All Earth Day activities are included with regular admission.
At the Zoo, visitors will learn about endangered animals from around the world and how to protect them. Children can celebrate the “Year of the Frog” as they learn to identify frog calls and study tadpoles. The New Mexico Solar Energy Association will install a photovoltaic panel on the Zoo’s gift shop during the event and will provide information about solar energy.
At the Aquarium, visitors will follow a drop of water from the Rio Grande to the sea as they learn about amazing aquatic animals and how to protect marine ecosystems. Children will be able to make their own “mini-aquarium” to take home (while supplies last).
At the Botanic Garden, visitors will learn about plants for water-wise gardens and will be able to plant seeds to take home for their own garden. Local landscape architects will compete in a chalk art competition in the Aquarium/Botanic Garden plaza and will install temporary xeric landscapes near the parking lot.
At Tingley Beach, the BioVan will showcase plants and animals found along the Rio Grande. Guided wildlife-watching hikes through the nearby bosque will take place at 11:00am, 12:00pm and 1:00pm. Fishing lessons and pond life studies will take place at the Tingley Beach fishing lakes.
Celebra la Ciencia is a coalition of local science education institutions dedicated to engaging families in informal, hands-on science programs and increasing awareness about science career opportunities.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
For more information, call BioPark education at 505-764-6247 or 311 (Relay NM or 711). The BioPark is a division of the City of Albuquerque’s Cultural Services Department. Visit the BioPark website at www.cabq.gov/biopark for more information about our facilities and programs.
Same day combo admission to the BioPark’s Rio Grande Zoo, Albuquerque Aquarium and Rio Grande Botanic Garden is $12 for adults; $5 for seniors 65 and older and for children 3-12. New Mexico BioPark Society membership confers FREE general admission to all BioPark facilities and discounts to many special events, including summer concerts. Find out more about becoming a BioPark Society member at nmbioparksociety.org.
The Albuquerque Biological Park is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you and a better future for all living things. With more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation and your link to helping animals in their native habitats
Albuquerque: Explora summer camp schedule
Hi Tabitha,
I know in the past you’ve emailed some of our program info to your group. Here is the summer camp schedule if you think it would be of interest.
Thanks again for your help!
Armelle
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Explora Summer Camp!
www.explora.us
June 2 - August 1, 2008
Spend half-days or full days immersed in activities that explore the arts and sciences. Classes offered in the Explora Inquiry Labs for 5- to 15-year-olds; some classes are Spanish/English bilingual.
Download:
(PDF) Registration Form
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General Information
Morning Programs 9am to 12pm
Morning programs begin at 9:00am and end at noon. Students may be dropped off between 8:45am and 9:00am, and must be picked up no later than 12:15pm. Students may bring a morning snack, and Explora will provide a drink.
Afternoon Programs 1pm to 4pm
Afternoon classes begin at 1:00pm and end at 4:00pm. Students may be dropped off between 12:45pm and 1:00pm, and must be picked up no later than 4:15pm. Students may bring an afternoon snack, and Explora will provide a drink.
Spending the Day
For students attending a full day of programs, please bring a cold sack lunch and a drink, along with morning and afternoon snacks. Explora will provide drinks during snack times. Students can enjoy lunch and exhibit exploration from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Parents are responsible for dispensing any medication.
Fees
Registration fees:
$130 per class for members
$150 per class for non-members
Registration
Registration must be accompanied by full payment. We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Please make all checks payable to Explora. Call 505-224-8341 to register - Para información o ayuda en español, llame al 505.224.8323, or mail registration form and payment to:
Explora
Attn: Reservations Coordinator
1701 Mountain Rd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
You may also drop-off your registration: Leave completed registration form and payment at the Explora Admissions Desk.
If you have not received a confirmation letter within 7 days of having dropped off or mailed in your registration, please call 224-8341.
Download:
(PDF) Registration Form
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be received five (5) business days prior to the scheduled class date. A refund will be issued for the total amount, minus a 15% administration fee.
Cancellations received fewer than five business days prior to the program will not be refunded for any reason. If Explora cancels a program, the full fee will be refunded.
Schedule
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June 2-6
Morning Programs 9AM to Noon
5-6 years
What’s Cooking in Chemistry?
Become a kitchen chemist. Experiment with household materials, investigate reactions in a variety of foods, make ice cream, and more.
5-6 años (bilingüe/bilingual español/English)
Ritmo creativo / Creative Rhythm
Convierte objetos comunes en instrumentos musicales. Diseña y construye tus propias maracas, güiros y otros instrumentos, para hacer una presentación musical.
Convert everyday objects into musical instruments. Design and build your own shakers, rasps, and more for a musical performance.
7-9 years
Forensic Senses
Use your senses to investigate invisible inks, decipher codes, analyze fingerprints, identify objects in mystery boxes, and more.
10-12 years
Tech in the City
Design buildings using recycled materials, motors, and computer programmable devices called PICO crickets. Build structures that can interact with motion, sound, and light using sensors.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years:
Raceways and Roadways
Test different shapes to see which ones make the best wheels, investigate different surfaces as roadways, and make a roller coaster.
5-6 years
Branch Out
Take a closer look at the parts of a plant and try your hand at leaf chromatography, seed and plant dissection, sponge gardens, and more..
7-9 years
Fantastic Fluids
Learn how to keep water from pouring out of a bottle, even when you turn it upside down! You’ll also make Cartesian divers, explore siphons, make a lava lamp, and more.
10-12 years
Blast Off
Explore inertia, action/reaction, thrust and propulsion, and use aerodynamics to design a water-powered rocket that soars.
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June 9-13
Morning Programs 9AM - Noon
5-6 years
Imaginations Act Up!
Explore a variety of performance media in the Explora Theater, including puppetry, circus skills, storytelling, and ensemble work.
7-9 years
Kaleidoscope Math
Explore polygons, angles, and symmetry as you design and build a variety of kaleidoscopes.
7-9 years
Express Yourself Naturally
Explore art and nature as you hike, sketch, take photos, and illustrate field notes. Camp will be held at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.*
10-12 years
Testing the Waters
Test the water quality of the Rio Grande, build aquifer models, and experiment with watersheds. Camp will be held at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.*
*Drop-offs and pick-ups will be at the National Hispanic Cultural Center. Call 224.8341 for details.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Sensing Sounds
Can you see or touch sound? Experience how sounds make rubber bands vibrate, sand move, and tuning forks hum.
7-9 years
Imaginations Act Up!
Explore a variety of performance media in the Explora Theater, including puppetry, circus skills, storytelling, and ensemble work.
7-9 years
River Ways
Examine the fauna and flora of the Bosque. Sort leaves and do leaf chromatography, observe insects, and test water samples. Camp will be held at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.*
10-12 years
Express Yourself Naturally
Explore art and nature as you hike, sketch, take photos, and illustrate field notes. Camp will be held at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.*
*Drop-offs and pick-ups will be at the National Hispanic Cultural Center. Call 224.8341 for details.
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June 16-20
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Creepy Crawlies
Unearth the hidden world of dirt and discover the creepy crawly things in it. We’ll explore red wigglers, snails, meal worms, and more.
5-6 years
Discovering Yoga
Use your powerful body to explore your senses and body systems through movement.
7-9 years
Movin’ and Groovin’
Stomp your way through the summer! Explore the rhythmic link between dance and music and create your own dance routines.
10-12 years
Make Your Mark
Have you always wanted to make your own T-shirts and posters? Explore silkscreen printing, stencils and photo-exposure methods, then design your own T-shirt to take home.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Taking Flight
Investigate how air interacts with materials that float and fly. Experiment with wind tubes, float balloons, and make gliding toys and kites.
7-9 years
Windy 500
Design a wind-powered car that goes the distance! Use cardboard, tubes, plastic sheets and more to build your own car, and test variables to refine your design.
10-12 years
Spring it Up, Stretch it Out
Uncover the fascinating world of oscillating springs and elastic stretches. Experiment with the rhythms of bouncing springs, use bed springs to weigh mystery objects, and more.
13-15 years
Discovering Yoga
Use your powerful body to explore your senses and body systems through movement.
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June 23-27
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Measure Me
Use scales, measuring cups, and droppers to measure the ingredients for your own snack, weigh some wacky objects, and find out exactly how tall you are.
7-9 years
Hands-on Pinball
Work with pegboards, straws, elastics and other materials to design and construct your own pinball game. Build pins, bumpers, traps, guardrails, and more.
10-12 years
Magician’s Secrets
Is it magic? No, it’s science! Learn how to make things disappear, re-appear, change colors and more. Then, amaze your family and friends with a performance in the Explora Theater.
10-12 years
Science of Stuff
Harden metals, make an alloy, build a bulb, cast resin, make foamy creations and more while you use basic science to examine and discover the “stuff” around you.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Pattern Pizzazz:
Go on a scavenger hunt to spot shapes, colors and patterns, then create your own patterns using paint, beads, sand, dried cereal, pasta, and more.
7-9 años (bilingüe/bilingual español/English)
Cómo crecen las cosas / The Way Things Grow
Explora el ciclo de vida de las plantas y los insectos. Diseca semillas, siembra brotes de plantitas, y observa insectos en diferentes etapas de su desarrollo.
Explore the life cycles of plants and insects. Dissect seeds, plant seedlings, and observe insects at various stages of development.
10-12 years
Microcontroller Madness
Explore basic electronics processes, action/reaction control boards, and robotic sensing devices. You’ll group transistors, and experiment with motion, light, and sound controls.
10-12 years
Fun in the Sun
Explore the power of the sun! Cook hot dogs in solar ovens, test sunscreens for effectiveness, build sundials and more.
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No Camps June 30 - July 4
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July 7-11
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Building Constructions
Test different materials to discover which ones make the best structures, experiment with different shapes and design, and construct your own bridges and buildings.
7-9 years
Super Structures
Test your engineering skills. Build bridges, towers, roller coasters, and a newspaper structure you can crawl into.
7-9 years
First Impressions
Explore ways to make an art print on paper or fabric. Experiment with black and white photographic paper, carve rubber stamps, explore silkscreen techniques, and use a computer to create unique prints.
10-12 years
Comedy on Stage
Did you know there’s a skill in telling a good joke? It requires timing, projection, and the right joke. Practice your comedic skills and delivery in the Explora Theater.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Bubbles, Foam, and Fizz
Become a curious chemist when you mix up cool concoctions, investigate foamy foods, and pour bubbling solutions. We’ll even design our own soda pop recipe!
7-9 years
Rockin’ at Improv
Are you good at making things up as you go along? Use theater activities to sharpen your improvisation skills as you prepare for the Explora stage.
7-9 years
Crazy Cars
Become a speed demon as you experiment with rubber band-powered, balloon-powered, and mousetrap-powered cars.
10-12 years
First Impressions
Explore ways to make an art print on paper or fabric. Experiment with black and white photographic paper, carve rubber stamps, explore silkscreen techniques, and use a computer to create unique prints.
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July 14-18
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Imaginations Act Up!
Explore a variety of performance media in the Explora Theater, including puppetry, circus skills, storytelling, and ensemble work.
7-9 years
Music Makers
Investigate how different instrument families make sounds. Compare the sounds they produce, and construct your own instruments to take home.
10-12 años (bilingüe/bilingual español/English)
Máquinas locas / Crazy Machines
Diseña y construye una catapulta, explora un sistema de poleas, construye engranes y combina máquinas simples en un proyecto final para llevar a casa.
Design and build a catapult, explore pulley systems, build gears, and combine simple machines into a final project to take home.
10-12 years
Creative Robotics
Construct a mini-robot, explore gears and systems in motion, experiment with circuit boards and microcontrollers, and use computer-programmable devices called PICO crickets.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Animal Defenses
Discover ways that animals camouflage and defend themselves, experiment with camouflaging yourself, and design your own animal with unique adaptations.
7-9 years
Imaginations Act Up!
Explore a variety of performance media in the Explora Theater, including puppetry, circus skills, storytelling, and ensemble work.
10-12 años (bilingüe/bilingual español/English)
Descubre el patrón / Pattern Discovery
Descubre patrones en la naturaleza, las matemáticas y el arte. Juega con simetría, fractales y con los patrones de hojas, flores y pieles de animales.
Discover patterns in nature, math, and art. Play around with symmetry, fractals, and patterns in leaves, flowers, and animal skins.
10-12 years
Creative Composition
Delve into the creative world of music. You’ll experiment with melody, harmony and rhythm, and discover how they are used in a variety of musical styles as you compose a piece of your own.
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July 21-25
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Eye Spy Mysteries
Investigate the world around you while exploring chromatography, rubbings, carbon printing, mirror imagery and patterns.
7-9 years
Discovering Yoga
Use your powerful body to explore your senses and body systems through movement.
10-12
More Science of Stuff
Explore the world of materials science as you create super balls, make paper and adobe bricks, etch polymers, and more.
13-15 years
M.O.L.E. (Magnification, Optics, and Laser Experiments)
Experiment with polarized light, luminescence, infrared, and ultraviolet light. Explore refraction, build a telescope, and participate in laser challenges.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Creative Dramatics
Explore gestures, props, pantomimes, and improvisation through creative exercises that give you an introduction to the theater.
7-9 years
Powders and Crystals
Watch powders change colors, combine substances to make new mystery mixtures, grow your own crystals, and more.
10-12 years
Discovering Yoga
Use your powerful body to explore your senses and body systems through movement.
13-15 years
Glassworks
Explore optical fibers, light bulbs, and Borax beads. Try your hand at bending glass, experiment with brittle failure, and more.
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July 28 - August 1
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
What's Cooking in Chemistry?
Become a kitchen chemist. Experiment with household materials, investigate reactions in a variety of foods, make ice cream, and more.
7-9 years
Gravity Rules!
Feel the pull of gravity when you experiment with mini-parachutes, let eggs drop from the sky, and determine how height and weight affect the results.
10-12 years
Wind Up
Explore the possibilities of rubber-band propulsion, and learn more about potential and kinetic energy as you build toys that fly, float, and roll.
13-15 years
Photographic Frenzy
Discover how computer technologies can be great tools for making art. Use scanners and digital cameras to create a digital diary. Animate drawings or clay sculptures using digital cameras and iMovie, then burn them to a DVD to take home.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Rock-Paper-Scissors
Experiment with the amazing properties of wood and paper. Watch how they change as you turn wood into sawdust, make paper out of recycled materials, and experiment with papier maché.
7-9 years
Water, Water Everywhere
Cool off at Explora! Experiment with siphon water systems, design water clocks, build “aquaterriums,” and more.
10-12 years
Photographic Frenzy
Discover how computer technologies can be great tools for making art. Use scanners and digital cameras to create a digital diary. Animate drawings or clay sculptures using digital cameras and iMovie, then burn them to a DVD to take home.
13-15 years
Blast Off!
Explore inertia, action/reaction, thrust and propulsion, and use aerodynamics to design a water-powered rocket that soars.
Download:
(PDF) Registration Form
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For more information about this program contact:
Reservations Coordinator
505-224-8341
Para información o ayuda en español, llame al 505.224.8323
I know in the past you’ve emailed some of our program info to your group. Here is the summer camp schedule if you think it would be of interest.
Thanks again for your help!
Armelle
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Explora Summer Camp!
www.explora.us
June 2 - August 1, 2008
Spend half-days or full days immersed in activities that explore the arts and sciences. Classes offered in the Explora Inquiry Labs for 5- to 15-year-olds; some classes are Spanish/English bilingual.
Download:
(PDF) Registration Form
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
General Information
Morning Programs 9am to 12pm
Morning programs begin at 9:00am and end at noon. Students may be dropped off between 8:45am and 9:00am, and must be picked up no later than 12:15pm. Students may bring a morning snack, and Explora will provide a drink.
Afternoon Programs 1pm to 4pm
Afternoon classes begin at 1:00pm and end at 4:00pm. Students may be dropped off between 12:45pm and 1:00pm, and must be picked up no later than 4:15pm. Students may bring an afternoon snack, and Explora will provide a drink.
Spending the Day
For students attending a full day of programs, please bring a cold sack lunch and a drink, along with morning and afternoon snacks. Explora will provide drinks during snack times. Students can enjoy lunch and exhibit exploration from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Parents are responsible for dispensing any medication.
Fees
Registration fees:
$130 per class for members
$150 per class for non-members
Registration
Registration must be accompanied by full payment. We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Please make all checks payable to Explora. Call 505-224-8341 to register - Para información o ayuda en español, llame al 505.224.8323, or mail registration form and payment to:
Explora
Attn: Reservations Coordinator
1701 Mountain Rd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
You may also drop-off your registration: Leave completed registration form and payment at the Explora Admissions Desk.
If you have not received a confirmation letter within 7 days of having dropped off or mailed in your registration, please call 224-8341.
Download:
(PDF) Registration Form
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be received five (5) business days prior to the scheduled class date. A refund will be issued for the total amount, minus a 15% administration fee.
Cancellations received fewer than five business days prior to the program will not be refunded for any reason. If Explora cancels a program, the full fee will be refunded.
Schedule
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June 2-6
Morning Programs 9AM to Noon
5-6 years
What’s Cooking in Chemistry?
Become a kitchen chemist. Experiment with household materials, investigate reactions in a variety of foods, make ice cream, and more.
5-6 años (bilingüe/bilingual español/English)
Ritmo creativo / Creative Rhythm
Convierte objetos comunes en instrumentos musicales. Diseña y construye tus propias maracas, güiros y otros instrumentos, para hacer una presentación musical.
Convert everyday objects into musical instruments. Design and build your own shakers, rasps, and more for a musical performance.
7-9 years
Forensic Senses
Use your senses to investigate invisible inks, decipher codes, analyze fingerprints, identify objects in mystery boxes, and more.
10-12 years
Tech in the City
Design buildings using recycled materials, motors, and computer programmable devices called PICO crickets. Build structures that can interact with motion, sound, and light using sensors.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years:
Raceways and Roadways
Test different shapes to see which ones make the best wheels, investigate different surfaces as roadways, and make a roller coaster.
5-6 years
Branch Out
Take a closer look at the parts of a plant and try your hand at leaf chromatography, seed and plant dissection, sponge gardens, and more..
7-9 years
Fantastic Fluids
Learn how to keep water from pouring out of a bottle, even when you turn it upside down! You’ll also make Cartesian divers, explore siphons, make a lava lamp, and more.
10-12 years
Blast Off
Explore inertia, action/reaction, thrust and propulsion, and use aerodynamics to design a water-powered rocket that soars.
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June 9-13
Morning Programs 9AM - Noon
5-6 years
Imaginations Act Up!
Explore a variety of performance media in the Explora Theater, including puppetry, circus skills, storytelling, and ensemble work.
7-9 years
Kaleidoscope Math
Explore polygons, angles, and symmetry as you design and build a variety of kaleidoscopes.
7-9 years
Express Yourself Naturally
Explore art and nature as you hike, sketch, take photos, and illustrate field notes. Camp will be held at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.*
10-12 years
Testing the Waters
Test the water quality of the Rio Grande, build aquifer models, and experiment with watersheds. Camp will be held at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.*
*Drop-offs and pick-ups will be at the National Hispanic Cultural Center. Call 224.8341 for details.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Sensing Sounds
Can you see or touch sound? Experience how sounds make rubber bands vibrate, sand move, and tuning forks hum.
7-9 years
Imaginations Act Up!
Explore a variety of performance media in the Explora Theater, including puppetry, circus skills, storytelling, and ensemble work.
7-9 years
River Ways
Examine the fauna and flora of the Bosque. Sort leaves and do leaf chromatography, observe insects, and test water samples. Camp will be held at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.*
10-12 years
Express Yourself Naturally
Explore art and nature as you hike, sketch, take photos, and illustrate field notes. Camp will be held at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.*
*Drop-offs and pick-ups will be at the National Hispanic Cultural Center. Call 224.8341 for details.
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June 16-20
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Creepy Crawlies
Unearth the hidden world of dirt and discover the creepy crawly things in it. We’ll explore red wigglers, snails, meal worms, and more.
5-6 years
Discovering Yoga
Use your powerful body to explore your senses and body systems through movement.
7-9 years
Movin’ and Groovin’
Stomp your way through the summer! Explore the rhythmic link between dance and music and create your own dance routines.
10-12 years
Make Your Mark
Have you always wanted to make your own T-shirts and posters? Explore silkscreen printing, stencils and photo-exposure methods, then design your own T-shirt to take home.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Taking Flight
Investigate how air interacts with materials that float and fly. Experiment with wind tubes, float balloons, and make gliding toys and kites.
7-9 years
Windy 500
Design a wind-powered car that goes the distance! Use cardboard, tubes, plastic sheets and more to build your own car, and test variables to refine your design.
10-12 years
Spring it Up, Stretch it Out
Uncover the fascinating world of oscillating springs and elastic stretches. Experiment with the rhythms of bouncing springs, use bed springs to weigh mystery objects, and more.
13-15 years
Discovering Yoga
Use your powerful body to explore your senses and body systems through movement.
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June 23-27
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Measure Me
Use scales, measuring cups, and droppers to measure the ingredients for your own snack, weigh some wacky objects, and find out exactly how tall you are.
7-9 years
Hands-on Pinball
Work with pegboards, straws, elastics and other materials to design and construct your own pinball game. Build pins, bumpers, traps, guardrails, and more.
10-12 years
Magician’s Secrets
Is it magic? No, it’s science! Learn how to make things disappear, re-appear, change colors and more. Then, amaze your family and friends with a performance in the Explora Theater.
10-12 years
Science of Stuff
Harden metals, make an alloy, build a bulb, cast resin, make foamy creations and more while you use basic science to examine and discover the “stuff” around you.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Pattern Pizzazz:
Go on a scavenger hunt to spot shapes, colors and patterns, then create your own patterns using paint, beads, sand, dried cereal, pasta, and more.
7-9 años (bilingüe/bilingual español/English)
Cómo crecen las cosas / The Way Things Grow
Explora el ciclo de vida de las plantas y los insectos. Diseca semillas, siembra brotes de plantitas, y observa insectos en diferentes etapas de su desarrollo.
Explore the life cycles of plants and insects. Dissect seeds, plant seedlings, and observe insects at various stages of development.
10-12 years
Microcontroller Madness
Explore basic electronics processes, action/reaction control boards, and robotic sensing devices. You’ll group transistors, and experiment with motion, light, and sound controls.
10-12 years
Fun in the Sun
Explore the power of the sun! Cook hot dogs in solar ovens, test sunscreens for effectiveness, build sundials and more.
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No Camps June 30 - July 4
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July 7-11
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Building Constructions
Test different materials to discover which ones make the best structures, experiment with different shapes and design, and construct your own bridges and buildings.
7-9 years
Super Structures
Test your engineering skills. Build bridges, towers, roller coasters, and a newspaper structure you can crawl into.
7-9 years
First Impressions
Explore ways to make an art print on paper or fabric. Experiment with black and white photographic paper, carve rubber stamps, explore silkscreen techniques, and use a computer to create unique prints.
10-12 years
Comedy on Stage
Did you know there’s a skill in telling a good joke? It requires timing, projection, and the right joke. Practice your comedic skills and delivery in the Explora Theater.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Bubbles, Foam, and Fizz
Become a curious chemist when you mix up cool concoctions, investigate foamy foods, and pour bubbling solutions. We’ll even design our own soda pop recipe!
7-9 years
Rockin’ at Improv
Are you good at making things up as you go along? Use theater activities to sharpen your improvisation skills as you prepare for the Explora stage.
7-9 years
Crazy Cars
Become a speed demon as you experiment with rubber band-powered, balloon-powered, and mousetrap-powered cars.
10-12 years
First Impressions
Explore ways to make an art print on paper or fabric. Experiment with black and white photographic paper, carve rubber stamps, explore silkscreen techniques, and use a computer to create unique prints.
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July 14-18
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Imaginations Act Up!
Explore a variety of performance media in the Explora Theater, including puppetry, circus skills, storytelling, and ensemble work.
7-9 years
Music Makers
Investigate how different instrument families make sounds. Compare the sounds they produce, and construct your own instruments to take home.
10-12 años (bilingüe/bilingual español/English)
Máquinas locas / Crazy Machines
Diseña y construye una catapulta, explora un sistema de poleas, construye engranes y combina máquinas simples en un proyecto final para llevar a casa.
Design and build a catapult, explore pulley systems, build gears, and combine simple machines into a final project to take home.
10-12 years
Creative Robotics
Construct a mini-robot, explore gears and systems in motion, experiment with circuit boards and microcontrollers, and use computer-programmable devices called PICO crickets.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Animal Defenses
Discover ways that animals camouflage and defend themselves, experiment with camouflaging yourself, and design your own animal with unique adaptations.
7-9 years
Imaginations Act Up!
Explore a variety of performance media in the Explora Theater, including puppetry, circus skills, storytelling, and ensemble work.
10-12 años (bilingüe/bilingual español/English)
Descubre el patrón / Pattern Discovery
Descubre patrones en la naturaleza, las matemáticas y el arte. Juega con simetría, fractales y con los patrones de hojas, flores y pieles de animales.
Discover patterns in nature, math, and art. Play around with symmetry, fractals, and patterns in leaves, flowers, and animal skins.
10-12 years
Creative Composition
Delve into the creative world of music. You’ll experiment with melody, harmony and rhythm, and discover how they are used in a variety of musical styles as you compose a piece of your own.
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July 21-25
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
Eye Spy Mysteries
Investigate the world around you while exploring chromatography, rubbings, carbon printing, mirror imagery and patterns.
7-9 years
Discovering Yoga
Use your powerful body to explore your senses and body systems through movement.
10-12
More Science of Stuff
Explore the world of materials science as you create super balls, make paper and adobe bricks, etch polymers, and more.
13-15 years
M.O.L.E. (Magnification, Optics, and Laser Experiments)
Experiment with polarized light, luminescence, infrared, and ultraviolet light. Explore refraction, build a telescope, and participate in laser challenges.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Creative Dramatics
Explore gestures, props, pantomimes, and improvisation through creative exercises that give you an introduction to the theater.
7-9 years
Powders and Crystals
Watch powders change colors, combine substances to make new mystery mixtures, grow your own crystals, and more.
10-12 years
Discovering Yoga
Use your powerful body to explore your senses and body systems through movement.
13-15 years
Glassworks
Explore optical fibers, light bulbs, and Borax beads. Try your hand at bending glass, experiment with brittle failure, and more.
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July 28 - August 1
Morning Programs 9AM-Noon
5-6 years
What's Cooking in Chemistry?
Become a kitchen chemist. Experiment with household materials, investigate reactions in a variety of foods, make ice cream, and more.
7-9 years
Gravity Rules!
Feel the pull of gravity when you experiment with mini-parachutes, let eggs drop from the sky, and determine how height and weight affect the results.
10-12 years
Wind Up
Explore the possibilities of rubber-band propulsion, and learn more about potential and kinetic energy as you build toys that fly, float, and roll.
13-15 years
Photographic Frenzy
Discover how computer technologies can be great tools for making art. Use scanners and digital cameras to create a digital diary. Animate drawings or clay sculptures using digital cameras and iMovie, then burn them to a DVD to take home.
Afternoon Programs 1PM - 4PM
5-6 years
Rock-Paper-Scissors
Experiment with the amazing properties of wood and paper. Watch how they change as you turn wood into sawdust, make paper out of recycled materials, and experiment with papier maché.
7-9 years
Water, Water Everywhere
Cool off at Explora! Experiment with siphon water systems, design water clocks, build “aquaterriums,” and more.
10-12 years
Photographic Frenzy
Discover how computer technologies can be great tools for making art. Use scanners and digital cameras to create a digital diary. Animate drawings or clay sculptures using digital cameras and iMovie, then burn them to a DVD to take home.
13-15 years
Blast Off!
Explore inertia, action/reaction, thrust and propulsion, and use aerodynamics to design a water-powered rocket that soars.
Download:
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For more information about this program contact:
Reservations Coordinator
505-224-8341
Para información o ayuda en español, llame al 505.224.8323
Albuquerque: Earth Day panel @ the National Atomic Museum
Good morning,
Please share the following information with your group:
Event: Greenspeak Earth Day Discussion
Time: April 19, 2008 at 5:30pm
Location: The National Atomic Museum
Event Type: earth, day, lecture, series
Description: Saturday, April 19, 2008 - 5:30pm. The National Atomic Museum will host a panel of experts on topics of interest to earth-dwellers. Join a dynamic discussion of alternative energy, fuel cells, and the fine art of corporate recycling. Included in the panel will be Dr. G.Dana Brabson, Professor of Chemistry at UNM, and Jeff Burks, PNM Director for Sustainability. Part of the "Meet the Authors" series; $15 for non-members, $10 for members. The Museum is located at 1905 Mountain Rd. NW near Old Town. For more information, call 245-2137, ext. 114 or email to mmcolon@sandia.gov
Thanks,
Jeanette Miller
Director, Marketing and PR
National Atomic Museum
1905 Mountain Rd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
505-245-2137, ext. 102
www.atomicmuseum.org and atomicmuseum.com
Please share the following information with your group:
Event: Greenspeak Earth Day Discussion
Time: April 19, 2008 at 5:30pm
Location: The National Atomic Museum
Event Type: earth, day, lecture, series
Description: Saturday, April 19, 2008 - 5:30pm. The National Atomic Museum will host a panel of experts on topics of interest to earth-dwellers. Join a dynamic discussion of alternative energy, fuel cells, and the fine art of corporate recycling. Included in the panel will be Dr. G.Dana Brabson, Professor of Chemistry at UNM, and Jeff Burks, PNM Director for Sustainability. Part of the "Meet the Authors" series; $15 for non-members, $10 for members. The Museum is located at 1905 Mountain Rd. NW near Old Town. For more information, call 245-2137, ext. 114 or email to mmcolon@sandia.gov
Thanks,
Jeanette Miller
Director, Marketing and PR
National Atomic Museum
1905 Mountain Rd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
505-245-2137, ext. 102
www.atomicmuseum.org and atomicmuseum.com
Albuquerque: Cosmic Carnival
Cosmic Carnival 2008 Sunday, April 20 Noon-6:00 PM
Cosmic Carnival is a FREE family science festival presented to the community by a partnership of astronomy clubs, museums, and the City of Albuquerque.
This special event is being held in association with National Astronomy Day. Cosmic Carnival will again partner with the 2008 City of Albuquerque's Fiestas de Albuquerque celebration.
Cosmic Carnival features lots of hands-on activities and demos, safe telescope observing of the Sun, astronomy and science exhibitors from all over New Mexico, educational
give-aways, and free raffles with great prizes.
This year Cosmic Carnival will be in the very center of Old Town Albuquerque with the exhibitors’ tents set up on the street in front of the San Felipe Church.
All of Old Town will be closed to all vehicle traffic creating a giant pedestrian area for the science activities.
A 6 inch telescope will be given away, ad there will be lots of free materials, hands on activities,and learning.
Exhibitors include:
Albuquerque Rocket Society
Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum
Balloon Explorium
Explora!
NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador Program
National Atomic Museum
National Solar Observatory
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
New Mexico Science Writers Association
NOAA (National Weather Service)
Rio Grande Astronomical Society
Sandia National Laboratories
The Albuquerque Astronomical Society
Magdalena Ridge Observatory (MRO) Institute
Very Large Array (NRAO)
New Mexicans for Science and Reason
City of Albuquerque's Fiestas de Albuquerque
The Albuquerque Astronomical Society (TAAS)
The Albuquerque Museum of Art & History
Rio Rancho Astronomical Society
More information is available at www.Cosmiccarnival.org
Join us on Sunday, April 20, 2008, noon-6PM, for science and astronomy fun...under the big top!
Jerry Cross
505-228-6768 cell
Cosmic Carnival is a FREE family science festival presented to the community by a partnership of astronomy clubs, museums, and the City of Albuquerque.
This special event is being held in association with National Astronomy Day. Cosmic Carnival will again partner with the 2008 City of Albuquerque's Fiestas de Albuquerque celebration.
Cosmic Carnival features lots of hands-on activities and demos, safe telescope observing of the Sun, astronomy and science exhibitors from all over New Mexico, educational
give-aways, and free raffles with great prizes.
This year Cosmic Carnival will be in the very center of Old Town Albuquerque with the exhibitors’ tents set up on the street in front of the San Felipe Church.
All of Old Town will be closed to all vehicle traffic creating a giant pedestrian area for the science activities.
A 6 inch telescope will be given away, ad there will be lots of free materials, hands on activities,and learning.
Exhibitors include:
Albuquerque Rocket Society
Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum
Balloon Explorium
Explora!
NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador Program
National Atomic Museum
National Solar Observatory
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
New Mexico Science Writers Association
NOAA (National Weather Service)
Rio Grande Astronomical Society
Sandia National Laboratories
The Albuquerque Astronomical Society
Magdalena Ridge Observatory (MRO) Institute
Very Large Array (NRAO)
New Mexicans for Science and Reason
City of Albuquerque's Fiestas de Albuquerque
The Albuquerque Astronomical Society (TAAS)
The Albuquerque Museum of Art & History
Rio Rancho Astronomical Society
More information is available at www.Cosmiccarnival.org
Join us on Sunday, April 20, 2008, noon-6PM, for science and astronomy fun...under the big top!
Jerry Cross
505-228-6768 cell
Speech by Astronomer Clifford Stoll
I must say that this man is pretty amazing all around--check out his books! Thought you all might enjoy this and be sure to check out his website and more information on the group that brought you his speech! Have fun learning!--Tabbi
____________________________________________________________________________
About this Talk
Clifford Stoll could talk about the atmosphere of Jupiter. Or hunting KGB hackers. Or Klein bottles, computers in classrooms, the future. But he's not going to. Which is fine, because it would be criminal to confine a man with interests as multifarious as Stoll's to give a talk on any one topic. Instead, he simply captivates his audience with a wildly energetic sprinkling of anecdotes, observations, asides -- and even a science experiment. After all, by his own definition, he's a scientist: "Once I do something, I want to do something else."
Why you should listen to him:
When Clifford Stoll speaks, you can't help but listen. Full of restless energy, he jumps from one topic to the next, darting back and forth across the stage. You may not be sure where he’s going, but the ride is always part of the adventure.
An astronomer (though his astronomy career took a turn when he noticed a bookkeeping error that ultimately led him to track down a notorious hacker), researcher and internationally recognized computer security expert -- who happens to be a vocal critic of technology -- Stoll makes a sharp, witty case for keeping computers out of the classroom. Currently teaching college-level physics to eighth graders at a local school, he stays busy in his spare time building Klein bottles.
http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/237
TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design. It started out (in 1984) as a conference bringing together people from those three worlds. Since then its scope has become ever broader.
The annual conference now brings together the world's most fascinating thinkers and doers, who are challenged to give the talk of their lives (in 18 minutes).
This site makes the best talks and performances from TED available to the public, for free. More than 200 talks from our archive are now available, with more added each week. These videos are released under a Creative Commons license, so they can be freely shared and reposted.
____________________________________________________________________________
About this Talk
Clifford Stoll could talk about the atmosphere of Jupiter. Or hunting KGB hackers. Or Klein bottles, computers in classrooms, the future. But he's not going to. Which is fine, because it would be criminal to confine a man with interests as multifarious as Stoll's to give a talk on any one topic. Instead, he simply captivates his audience with a wildly energetic sprinkling of anecdotes, observations, asides -- and even a science experiment. After all, by his own definition, he's a scientist: "Once I do something, I want to do something else."
Why you should listen to him:
When Clifford Stoll speaks, you can't help but listen. Full of restless energy, he jumps from one topic to the next, darting back and forth across the stage. You may not be sure where he’s going, but the ride is always part of the adventure.
An astronomer (though his astronomy career took a turn when he noticed a bookkeeping error that ultimately led him to track down a notorious hacker), researcher and internationally recognized computer security expert -- who happens to be a vocal critic of technology -- Stoll makes a sharp, witty case for keeping computers out of the classroom. Currently teaching college-level physics to eighth graders at a local school, he stays busy in his spare time building Klein bottles.
http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/237
TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design. It started out (in 1984) as a conference bringing together people from those three worlds. Since then its scope has become ever broader.
The annual conference now brings together the world's most fascinating thinkers and doers, who are challenged to give the talk of their lives (in 18 minutes).
This site makes the best talks and performances from TED available to the public, for free. More than 200 talks from our archive are now available, with more added each week. These videos are released under a Creative Commons license, so they can be freely shared and reposted.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
The Call to Brilliance, Book
Information via www.abqhomelearners.org
This is a third party promotion and not necessarily AHL endorsed.
I want to introduce you to a new voice making her way
through the Homeschooling community. Endorsed by William Glasser,
John Taylor Gatto, Jack Canfield, Joseph Chilton Pearce
and many others, Resa Steindel Brown holds that all children
are born brilliant. As a parent and educator, Resa's expertise
is in building educational processes and environments that enable
children to find their passion and develop their individual and
innate brilliance. Her book, The Call to Brilliance, is a true
story of the children who followed their passions from childhood
into adult life and found that brilliance.
“...nothing less than a blueprint to bring life back to our increasingly
moribund educational system and to our society which has lost its way.”
-- John Taylor Gatto, author of The Under Ground History of American Education and Dumbing Us Down.
Resa’s book was recently lauded on CBS as a popular guide for homeschoolers.
I encourage you to look into this book yourself.
To receive the book for 20% off, go to the author’s website and enter
the following coupon code (First 400 books only!): HOMESCHOOL321
If you would like to read more about Resa, her credentials, endorsements, reviews, reader
responses and use the above coupon code go to:
www.thecalltobrilliance.com
Amazon.com (Reviews, Comments, Etc.)
www.amazon.com
To purchase more than 10 books and receive deep discounts and personalized signed copies,
please contact orders@fredricpress.com
Thank you for your time! If you have any questions, please contact me. I was one of
those Homeschooled kids who got to follow his passion. I am her son.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Kindly yours,
-- Matt
------
matt brown
fredric press
www.thecalltobrilliance.com
email: info@fredricpress.com
This is a third party promotion and not necessarily AHL endorsed.
I want to introduce you to a new voice making her way
through the Homeschooling community. Endorsed by William Glasser,
John Taylor Gatto, Jack Canfield, Joseph Chilton Pearce
and many others, Resa Steindel Brown holds that all children
are born brilliant. As a parent and educator, Resa's expertise
is in building educational processes and environments that enable
children to find their passion and develop their individual and
innate brilliance. Her book, The Call to Brilliance, is a true
story of the children who followed their passions from childhood
into adult life and found that brilliance.
“...nothing less than a blueprint to bring life back to our increasingly
moribund educational system and to our society which has lost its way.”
-- John Taylor Gatto, author of The Under Ground History of American Education and Dumbing Us Down.
Resa’s book was recently lauded on CBS as a popular guide for homeschoolers.
I encourage you to look into this book yourself.
To receive the book for 20% off, go to the author’s website and enter
the following coupon code (First 400 books only!): HOMESCHOOL321
If you would like to read more about Resa, her credentials, endorsements, reviews, reader
responses and use the above coupon code go to:
www.thecalltobrilliance.com
Amazon.com (Reviews, Comments, Etc.)
www.amazon.com
To purchase more than 10 books and receive deep discounts and personalized signed copies,
please contact orders@fredricpress.com
Thank you for your time! If you have any questions, please contact me. I was one of
those Homeschooled kids who got to follow his passion. I am her son.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Kindly yours,
-- Matt
------
matt brown
fredric press
www.thecalltobrilliance.com
email: info@fredricpress.com
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