For families with autistic children

From the Randall Theatre:

"SPECIAL FREE SHOWING OF "LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS" FOR FAMILIES WITH AUTISTIC CHILDREN - TUESDAY, MAY 12TH AT 7 PM.

This past Sunday, a family with an autistic child felt they had to leave the matinee showing due to a less than patient audience member who just did not understand the needs of the child.

Although they did not have to leave, they felt it was the right thing to do. Once I found out about the situation, I asked the cast and crew if we could do a special show for this family and the response was a resounding "YES" from everyone. Once I spoke to this family, we both agreed that it would be a wonderful opportunity to invite other families with autistic children.

If you know of any families that have a child or children with Autism that might want to come, please have them call the theater to arrange for their free tickets. 541-632-3258."

Kids Bowl Free this summer!

Kids Bowl Free!

Select bowling centers and schools around the country are participating in the Kids Bowl Free program. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer.

When you register, be sure to tell them The HS Gathering sent you by entering hsgathering@gmail.com where it asks who referred you. 

Children whose age does not exceed a limit by a participating bowling center are eligible to register for 2 free games a day, all summer long, courtesy of the participating bowling centers along with the schools and organizations.

Roxy Ann [Medford] https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=3736

Caveman Bowl [Grants Pass] https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=3717

TEACH mtg: Living Lessons: Learning from Everyday Life and the Occasional Field Trip

NOTE: No membership is required to attend TEACH meetings!
YOU'RE INVITED :)

Living Lessons: Learning from Everyday Life and the Occasional Field Trip
Thursday, September 4 at 7:00pm
River Valley Church 405 NE Sixth Street, Grants Pass OR, Family Center A

Wondering how to get the most out of your homeschooling experience? Lessons don't have to begin and end sitting around the kitchen table. Thankfully, homeschooling is a lifestyle that allows for learning opportunities wherever you go. Learn to expand your classroom to the world around you! Plus, you'll also learn how to plan a field trip from start to finish.

Tika Weeks, of The HS Gathering of Southern Oregon, homeschools her 2 boys and has taught classes and workshops to children and adults for over 20 years. From arts and crafts, to science and history, Tika is always looking for ways to combine subjects and take learning outside of the box and walls of her home.

Last minute summer fun

Looking for one last outing with the family before school starts? Head to  Crater Lake on Monday and your entrance fees will be waived!

That's FREE, people :)

Free showing of "Blue" 5/29

Free showing this THURSDAY

Kids Bowl Free! [Medford]

Kids Bowl Free at Roxy Ann Lanes in Medford this summer! Check out their website for more details and to sign up:
http://roxyannlanes.com/kids-bowl-free/

Ballroom Dancing [Rogue River] 4/11

BALLROOM DANCING GRAND OPENING FRIDAY NIGHT APRIL 11, 2014

At the Rogue River Community Center  (Annex Building)
132 Broadway St., Rogue River

By Dance Friends Tina Ferris and Rush Benke.
Dances include: Swing, Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, Nightclub Two Step and more.

   Beginners lesson starts at 7:00
   Mixer and open dance starts at 8:00 ends at 10:00
   Admission FREE tonight only.

All are welcome.  Young or old,  married or single,  never danced before or an avid dancer,  there is room for everyone.

Fun, safe, alcohol free atmosphere- under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information please email us at RRCCBallroomDance@yahoo.com or contact Tina at 541 659-3739. Also check us out on Facebook at DanceFriendsinRogueRiver-FridayNightBallroom.

 

Rogue Valley Homeschoolers Potluck 6/27

From Rogue Valley Homeschoolers/Cindy Ford:

"Thursday at 11 am at FICHTNER-MAINWARING PARK located on at 334 Holmes Avenue, at the corner of Stewart Ave, Holly St and Holmes St. This is a 31 acre site with pathways, four sand volleyball courts, two basketball courts, four lighted tennis courts, a play structure installed in 2006, a very small gazebo, soccer fields, and restroom.

WATER PLAY PARK. The first one in the City of Medford Park system. It is open for public use from 9am - 9pm seven days a week typically from Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day weekend, depending on weather patterns.

Shoes are encouraged!

 Hope to see you there!Wheather you are an experienced homeschooling family or just thinking about homeschooling your children please join us for Rogue Valley Homeschoolers Welcome Summer Potluck. Everyone is welcome. Please sign up to bring something to share here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Jw_QygeW3bVU-rY4a3KbvKRGVqvDFRogTedP0WQNpJM/viewform "

Farmers Market Scavengers Hunt (GP)

From Bree Petty:

Hey everyone!
Wanted to spread the word about the Family Scavenger Hunt at the Fairgrounds Farmers Market. 

If you're looking for a fun summer activity, it's a great way to get the kids out and learning about our community and what a farmers market is all about! 

Here's some info on it:
Starts July 11th, at 4:00PM (ending date to be announced)
Ages 5-15 (whole family is welcome, all ages can learn something new!)
Cost: Free! 

Each Thursday we'll learn about something new from one of the vendors, following the lesson there will be a fun scavenger hunt with a prize at the end! 

If you know of anyone interested feel free to share :) 
I'll share more information as the date arrives. 
If anyone had questions you call me (Bree Petty) at (541)218-1913

Dissecting Owl Pellets w/Bugs R Us

If you haven't checked out the schedule for Bugs R Us for this summer, be sure and look it over. Today, our family dissected owl pellets at the Phoenix library. Read about it here!

Tuesday, June 26th OWLS and OWL PELLETS at the Phoenix Branch Library 510 W. 1st St. 1:30 pm Call 541-535-7090 for more info. FREE!

Friday, June 29th OWLS and OWL PELLETS at the Eagle Point Branch Library 239 W. Main St. 11am. Call 541-826-3313 for more info. FREE!
Saturday, June 30th BUGS! at the Rusk Ranch Nature Center 27750 Redwood Hwy Cave Junction. 1-2 pm Call 541-287-2164 for more info.
Saturday, July 7th BUGS at the CITY OF MEDFORD PARKS AND REC DEPT. 701 N. Columbus Ave. 3-4 pm Call 541-774-2400 for more info.
Saturday, July 7th BATS! at the Talent Branch Library 101 Home St. 1pm. Call 541-535-4163 for more info. FREE!
Tuesday, July 10th BATS! at the Ashland Branch Library 410 Siskiyou Blvd. 1:30pm Call 541-774-6986 for more info. FREE!
Thursday, July 12th OWLS and OWL PELLETS at the Jacksonville Branch Library 340 W. C St. 2:30pm Call 541-899-1665 for more info. FREE!
Saturday, July 14th BUGS! at the CITY OF ASHLAND PARKS AND REC DEPT. 620 N. Mountain Ave. 1-2 pm Call 541-488-6606 for more info.
Saturday, July 14th REPTILES and AMPHIBIANS at the CITY OF CENTRAL POINT PARKS AND REC DEPT. 140 S. 3rd St. 3-4 pm Call 541-664-3321 for more info.
Thursday, July 26th OWLS and OWL PELLETS at the Ruch Branch Library 7919 Hwy. 238 3:30pm. Call 541-899-7438 for more info. FREE!
Saturday, July 28th BATS! at the Rusk Ranch Nature Center 27750 Redwood Hwy Cave Junction. 1-2 pm Call 541-287-2164 for more info.

(Please Note.....All library shows include Preserved bugs and Bug CRAFTS INSTEAD of the LIVE insects. No LIVE critters at the Libraries.)

CAST for Kids FREE fishing event for kids w/disabilities & their families

Download Free Audiobooks

Looking for free audiobooks? Check out this site for downloads from the public domain.

http://www.booksshouldbefree.com/genre/Children

Annual Christmas Choir Concert--Free

Annual Christmas Choir Concert--Free
Time: Saturday, December 10 at 7:00pm - December 11 at 7:00pm
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Location: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 2305 Taylor Rd.
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TWO Christmas Choir Concerts: Saturday Dec 10th 7-9pm Sunday December 11th 7-9pm
Doors open at 6:15pm
PURPOSE: To celebrate Christ's birth through music! Full choir accompanied by select orchestra instruments, organ and piano. Public welcome, including children over age 8. There is no cost. Due to high demand, we will host TWO performances (we should be able to fit everyone now). The seats fill up fast, we recommend coming a half hour early. The performances are the same, so just plan on attending one. :)
ATTIRE: Sunday dress isn't required, but is appropriate (Men in button shirts and slacks/suit and tie, women in dresses/skirts).
PROGRAM: We'll be performing classic pieces like selections from Handel's Messiah to new arrangements of traditional Christmas music. Part of the program includes audience participation--group singing timeless Christmas music.

FREE Family Dance Night at the Evergreen Ballroom

Family Dance--FREE

Time Saturday, November 19 · 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: The Evergreen Ballroom

Old Fashioned Community Dance! Free Family-Welcoming event Normal cost for a ballroom class at Evergreen is $5 a person, but waived this year through HS Ballroom Teams sponsorship!

Watch three dancing teams perform (the PreTeen, Teen and Colonial Dancers), learn a colonial dance and some ballroom basic steps, and then practice and have fun during open dancing.

Refreshments provided!

Shoestring Productions' FREE Presentation!

Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe presents

A FREE Presentation Night!

Friday, November 18th at 7:00 p.m.

Cornerstone Christian Church

608 Bartlett Street, Medford

Come see what our young performers are learning

in the study of Drama and Theater.

Buy raffle tickets for prizes to benefit Shoestring Productions

2/$1.00 OR 10/$4.00

Snacks will be available for .25 each!

Admittance: FREE!

OSU Extension Services "Kids & Bugs" 10/15

OSU Extension Services, Bear Creek Watershed Council, & Bear Creek Watershed Education Partners

Presents:

Kids & Bugs



Learn about our local watershed.

Discover the wonderful world of aquatic bugs in the streams of Bear Creek Park.

FREE event encouraging youth grades 4 and 5 to attend.

No experience needed.

Stream sampling, , exploration, instruction, and MORE!

Saturday October 15, 2011

8:45am – 11:45 pm

Bear Creek Park – Medford



Meet at Bear Creek Park, near Skate Park off Highland Dr.

From I-5 take exit 27 past Barnett Rd.,

then straight on Highland Dr. and take first left.

Pickup at 11:45pm at same location at Bear Creek Park.

This is a FREE EVENT!

To reserve a space, please phone or email:

In English: 541-840-1810

In Spanish: 541-690-5830

OR coordinator@bearcreek-watershed.org

Registration will occur at event.

Parent or guardian must be present to register.



Breakfast, snack, and field equipment supplied.

Bring footwear and clothes to get wet.

Family Fun! Million Minute Family Challenge

Homeschool Families! This is perfect for you!
This is the first year our family has signed up for the Million Minute Family Challenge and we logged our first 19 minutes (it was a quick game before bedtime!) tonight. Our whole family is looking forward to playing more games together and trying some new ones too. This is a great challenge for families who like to:

• spend time together
• make memories together
• laugh together
• play together

Join the 11th annual Million Minute Family Challenge™!
September 1 - December 31, 2011
Groups join the Million Minute Family challenge because it is an easy, yet effective way to re-energize and give incentive to spending time with family or friends. Board games and card games offer true face-to-face interaction that is disappearing in our daily lives. Playing a game creates a relaxed environment to converse, laugh and really get to know one another, and all of this can be accomplished in as little as 20 minutes.

For more information or to register your family, homeschool group, or ?, go to http://www.millionminute.com/!
♥Tika

HSG- Crater Lake Field Trip, Fri Oct 14th

HSG- Crater Lake Field Trip, Fri Oct 14thA field trip to Crater Lake National Park has been planned for October 14th!
Some of the topics covered include geology, watersheds, and plant and animal adaptations. This ranger-led program is geared for students 4th grade-8th grade, but the Park Ranger Education Coordinator was happy to work with our "multi-age" group to bring all school-aged children*. The older students students will have the opportunity to lead us through a GPS earthcaching segment.

This is a FREE field trip and park admission is waived for our group. We can make arrangements to carpool up there, as/if needed.

To participate, I must have the following information ASAP:
YOUR FIRST & LAST NAME
NAME & AGE OF EACH CHILD
YOUR PHONE NUMBER

*Younger siblings are welcome to join our group, however they must be able to walk with the group (please don't depend on strollers, as the rangers can not guarantee that all areas will be accessible).

We are able to have a maximum of 30 students (including siblings) and must have at least 6 parent-leaders available when we divide into groups. These would be parents without younger children to attend to, so please let me know if that is something you can help with:)

Thank you! This is bound to be a fun and exciting educational opportunity!
Any questions or to register, please contact: Tika Weeks  hsgathering@gmail.com

More FREE back-to-(home)school gifts!

from Knowledge Quest:
This full-color e-book, featuring 9 different countries from around the world, is chock full of fascinating information, beautiful photos and fun activities to help you & your children learn more about our amazing world and the people living on it.

 

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