Inch of Lebanon County

Our List of Classes and Outings is POSTED!

2011-09-29T19:20:00.001-05:00

And our calendar is updated, too. More is being added all the time!If you are interested in participating in any of our activities, please let us know by emailing us at inchoflebanoncounty AT gmail DOT com.Let us know you'd like to be added to our e-mailing list. We have an active mailing list for everything we do. Some of our classes and outings require a head count, so we need to know ahead

2011-2012 Schedule of Classes, Groups, and Activities

2011-09-28T14:48:00.003-05:00

This information is from an email about our yearly planning meeting and calendar -- the online calendar is always the most updated source of information. Thanks. We had a GREAT planning meeting and I thank all who were able to attend as well as those who sent in ways they can help via email. It's heartening to see so many people pitching in to help continue to make INCH the great group it is.

2011-2012 Information Coming Soon!

2011-09-03T18:28:00.001-05:00

(That's what I meant to say). :P Please Stay Tuned!

PARK DAYS -- coming soon!

2011-04-22T18:45:00.003-05:00

Park days are starting soon!We meet every Fridayfrom June through Septemberall day every Friday!!And in May, we start meeting in the afternoonsto ease into our summer of fun!**********Please be sure to get on the mail listfor more details on Park Daysas well as everything else we do. If you're on the mail list, you should be getting about 1-5 emails weekly(sometimes less, sometimes more).If

Science Fair Information

2011-03-06T17:40:00.000-05:00

Here is information on our science month. You can get on the I.N.C.H. email list to receive information about times and places for each week. Please email inchoflebanoncounty AT gmail DOT com and specifically ask to be added to the email list to receive updates on our activities. March 4We will meet together and discuss scientific experiments and research, including the scientific method. March

January is our MONTH OF FUN!

2011-01-06T12:21:00.002-05:00

Get signed up with our mailing list to stay updated on all of our fun events and clubs!This month, during our usual Friday class time, we're doing ALL fun stuff: January 7th - BowlingJanuary 14th - Lazer TagJanuary 21st - Roller SkatingHope to see lots of people there! We'll pretty much have the whole place to ourselves just about every time! Yay for homeschooling!

INCH Group Picture

2010-09-20T14:06:00.006-05:00

Thanks to Bethany for these pictures!Several families were missing for the picture,but here is the most recent group picture of our awesome INCH kids!!And, of course, the obligatory "silly face" picture . . .We love Park Days!!

YMCA Fridays

2010-09-18T14:50:00.008-05:00

Our classes and groups have been announced -- please click on those 2010-2011 links on the right hand side and see what fun things we're doing! ------------------------->Remember that our official INCH time is on Friday mornings from 10-12. We are allowed to eat lunch at the library and then right next door is the YMCA, which is handy because . . .From HelloKids.comYMCA Homeschool Fridays from 1-

INCH Kick-Off Picnic

2010-09-17T09:06:00.007-05:00

Come kick off our ***FIFTH*** year as a group!! :)I.N.C.H. Kick-Off PicnicSeptember 17, 201012pm(Please email for more details).Bring something to share as well as a camera for a group picture! See you then! :)

2010-2011 Schedule of Classes and Groups

2010-09-17T09:00:00.003-05:00

This information is from an email about our yearly planning meeting and calendar -- the online calendar is always the most updated source of information. Thanks. Hello INCHers!Thanks to everyone for taking the survey, emailing suggesting, and helping to brainstorm all summer at the Park!We're in the process of updating both our blog and our online calendar with all of this information -- http

2010 - 2011 Schedule of Field Trips

2010-09-17T08:47:00.004-05:00

Field Trips 2010/2011Many thanks to Christy for organizing these field trips for us. And thanks, also, to Kristie and Rebecca for coordinating field trips geared to younger children. More information will be forthcoming via emails from Christy, Kristie and Rebecca several days before each field trip as necessary. If you haven't yet signed up with our INCH email group, please see the information

Stay Tuned

2010-08-16T16:58:00.004-05:00

Our 2010-2011 calendar of classes and clubs will be coming soon . . .let us know if you'd like to be on our email list.Just drop an email to inchoflebanoncounty AT gmail DOT com.We'll be planning soon!

We love Homeschool Days at the YMCA!

2010-05-08T10:34:00.002-05:00

Everyone has really enjoyed our past year at the YMCAenjoying pool and gym time with our homeschool friends!Thank you, YMCA!!The group with Miss KathrynThe group with David ("Big Fish")

Homeschool Fridays at the YMCA

2009-12-01T20:00:00.002-05:00

Homeschool Fridays at the Lebanon YMCAThis activity program for children ages 5-17 is held on Fridays from 1-3pm.The cost is $10 per child per month or $20 per family per month.YMCA members are free.You must register through the YMCA. You can call 273-2691 to register.Everyone is really enjoying this experience! The children have free swim from 1-2pm and then scheduled sports activities from 2-

Holka Polka

2009-09-28T12:26:00.003-05:00

Congratulations to our INCH Theater Troupeon a fantastic performanceofHOLKA POLKA!The castThe directorsThanks to all kids and parents who helped make this play a reality and a success!

Our Play!

2009-08-31T15:18:00.000-05:00

Please join us for the INCH Theater Group's production ofHOLKA POLKA! Join a good little witch who sets out to save Fairy Tale land with the help of the Big Bad Wolf and Cinderella. This a Fairy Tale Mystery that puts a new twist on some famous fables such as Humpty Dumpty, Pinocchio, Little Red Riding Hood, The Wizard of Oz and Hansel and Gretel September 12, 20092pmPalmyra Recreation Center

2009 - 2010 Schedule of Field Trips

2009-08-31T10:29:00.006-05:00

Field Trips 2009/2010Many thanks to Christy for organizing these field trips for us. And thanks, also, to Rebecca for coordinating field trips geared to younger children. More information will be forthcoming via emails from Christy and Rebecca several days before each field trip as necessary. If you haven't yet signed up with our INCH email group, please see the information on the "Contact Us"

2009 - 2010 Schedule of Classes and Groups

2009-08-30T23:16:00.002-05:00

This information is from our yearly planning meeting -- the online calendar is always the most updated source of information. Thanks. Anything in red is still being worked out or volunteers are neededFridays are our main INCH days.The (L) stands for Library Reserved.Every month, we're offering varied classes in 3 areas of the library (parents' discretion as to where each of their children fits

Park Days

2009-07-16T19:52:00.006-05:00

Park Days start this week around 11am or so. I believe we have several new families joining us as well! See everyone there! See emails for more info . . .

Play/Musical

2009-05-18T21:16:00.001-05:00

MYERSTOWN ENRICHMENT CENTER PRESENTS Meredith Willson’s The Music Man, Jr. May 28, 2009 - 7:00 p.m. May 29 – 3:00 & 7:00 p.m. May 30 – 3:00 p.m. Calvary Chapel Lebanon 9 South 9th St. Lebanon, PA General Admission Seating $5 (Ages 3 & under free) Tickets available at the door

Free Movies on the Blog

2009-04-02T15:33:00.002-05:00

Just a heads up to let you know that there is a new gadget posted on the right hand side of the blog."In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, BrainPOP is providing FREE Financial Literacy movies that you can add to your own educational website or blog. The goal is to get students, teachers, and parents talking about healthy financial habits."The player will automatically rotate Financial

Reminders

2009-03-05T10:26:00.002-05:00

It's been a while since we've posted anything since this site sort of runs itself once the calendar is up. So, here are some reminders.This Friday is Physics at 10AM at the Annville Library. Inchworms (the little ones) can play while the older kids are in class. Government club is at 2pm at the Goodens' house. Shawn is sending out information on that soon.Next week, we start our Theater Group. We

Middle Creek Studies

2008-11-18T17:55:00.001-05:00

The program for this week is water fowl. Bring a donation of a dollar or two is possible. We are very fortunate to have these classes offered to us at no cost. Please remember the rules: No running inside the building. Maintain inside voices. All children, regardless of age, are welcome to participate if they are willing to participate. Children who are not interested in participating should

Friday's Field Trip - Valley Forge and Washington's Crossing

2008-11-12T16:04:00.002-05:00

From Christy: Here are the particulars for the field trip this Friday. I would like a headcount by tomorrow at 3:00. Pack a lunch, and we will eat on the grounds of Valley Forge. I have a GPS,so anyone is perfectly welcome to follow me. Let me know. November 14th Philadelphia Washington Crossing Historic Park-10:30-11:30 http://www.ushistory.org/washingtoncrossing/index.htm Washington

2008-11-01T22:49:00.002-05:00

We are SO PROUD of our INCH kids! Everyone did SUCH a wonderful job at the service project this past Friday. Everyone dressed up, was so well-behaved, presented beautifully, smiled big, and really did such a great job cheering the residents. We had several wonderful musical numbers, a very good gymnastics performance, fun poetry readings, a historical recitation of the Preamble, and the kids even

Field Trip - Ashland-Pioneer Tunnel, Power Plant, Miner's Village

2008-10-01T14:32:00.002-05:00

From Christy:Please read and respond. October- Friday October 3rd-Energy Ashland-Pioneer Tunnel-9:30-11:00 http://www.pioneertunnel.com/home.shtml 19 th & Oak Sts. Ashland, Pennsylvania, 17921 Phone: 570-875-3850 or 570-875-3301 We are booked for both tours. This is the group rate per person. We will be trouing inside the tunnel mine and

Landis Valley Colonial Days Field Trip

2008-09-24T18:17:00.003-05:00

From Christy:As you all know, we will be going to Landis Valley Museum tomorrow. We were told that we don't need to schedule a specific time of arrival, but I called today to check when other groups may be coming. They said we may want to aim for 11:00 am to avoid some of the morning school groups. You can really go whenever you want, but if several of our families are going to show up at the

Brandywine Battlefield Field Trip Tomorrow

2008-09-22T13:39:00.001-05:00

From Christy:I was contacted by some people interested in going on the field trip to Brandywine Battlefield and The Wyeth Museum, so I will be going tomorrow. If you would like to go, please email me sometime today. If you are not interested in going tomorrow, you can easily reschedule a group meeting time that is more convenient for you. Actually, for this tour, there is really no particular

Parents' Night Out Tonight

2008-09-18T08:06:00.000-05:00

A reminder that this Thursday is Parents' Night Out at 7pm at MJ's Coffeehouse in Annville! Come relax, visit, and share.

Middle Creek Studies

2008-09-17T22:00:00.002-05:00

Here are directions and information from Christy about this Friday's class:Our field trip will be on Friday September the 19th at 10:00 am. We will be learning about mammals at the Middle Creek Wildlife Preserve in Kleinfeltersville.Let me know if you are coming, and how many school aged children will be participating. There is no charge for this class, but I would like to take up a collection.

Knitting Group

2008-09-13T21:19:00.003-05:00

Knitting Group meets Monday from 1-3 at Lisa's house. Here is the information from Cristen:We'll learn how to finger knit, casting on, the knit stitch, and casting off. If there's still time left we'll try the purl stitch too. I will bring wooden knitting needles for the kids to keep, and I will bring yarn for the kids to keep as well. Much of the yarn is synthetic (acrylic), so if anyone wants

Group Games This Friday

2008-09-03T07:42:00.004-05:00

We're meeting at the Annville Library this Friday for Group Games and INCHworms.This month for academic games (meeting downstairs), Cristin and Mary have a number of math stations set up with all kinds of fun math activities:*Some of the games will be board games like Equate, which is sort of like Scrabble except you're making equations. Many activities will be from the book Family Math. Here

INCH Annual Picnic 2008

2008-08-25T08:31:00.008-05:00

INCH PICNIC Friday, September 12, 200811am South Hills ParkThis year we are having an Olympic Theme to help celebrate the spirit of the games! Everyone is asked to bring an international dish to share (please also bring a half sheet of paper describing what's in the dish as well as a bit of cultural triva about it as learning enrichment for all of us). We will eat at 11am and then have a

2008-2009 Schedule of Classes

2008-08-24T21:00:00.029-05:00

INCH meets on Fridays for classes and field trips (unless otherwise noted). Here is our general schedule (always consult the 2008-2009 Calendar View at right for specifics--the calendar is the most updated INCH schedule): 1st Fridays are Group Games and INCHworms. 2nd Fridays are Field Trips. 3rd Fridays are Middle Creek Studies. 4th Fridays are Physics and INCHworms. 5th Fridays are Service

2008-2009 Schedule of Field Trips

2008-08-24T20:05:00.007-05:00

Field Trips 2008/2009Many thanks to Christy and her kids' field trip planning committee for organzing these for us! More information will be forthcoming via email from Christy before each field trip as necessary. You can use your Heritage Pass for anything marked with (*). Join Here: http://

Group Games Schedule

2008-08-24T19:36:00.008-05:00

Unless otherwise noted, we have two different options when we get together for group games on first Fridays (check calendar)--competitive, academic games and non-competitive, cooperative games. Here is our schedule for the games:SeptemberAcademic: Math Games (Cristin)Cooperative: Knots on a Rope, Can you Guess Who I Am?, Spices in the Pantry, Zoom, and Car-Car (Peggy/Terrie)OctoberAcademic:

Religious Studies Group

2008-08-22T20:50:00.001-05:00

This group is for all families who enjoy learning about the different religions of the world. We will study religions and spirituality together and attend various services together as well. We hope to cover Catholicism, Mormonism, Judaism, Islam, Taoism, Buddhism, and many more!

Parents' Night Out

2008-08-19T08:13:00.000-05:00

A reminder that TODAY is Parents' Night Out at 7pm at MJ's Coffeehouse in Annville! Come relax, visit, and share.

Hosts Needed for Exchange Students!

2008-07-30T09:57:00.002-05:00

There are still 3 students needing placement! Please see this post for more information. Here is a message from Sharon:I am very happy to share with you a NEW HOSTING OPPORTUNITY. I have several students who are arriving in August to attend school in the Lebanon Area for the 2008-09 school year. These students all speak English, have their own insurances and bring

PNO this week

2008-07-13T22:05:00.000-05:00

A reminder that this Tuesday is Parents' Night Out at 7pm at MJ's Coffeehouse in Annville! Come relax, visit, and share.

Reminder - Friday Summer Playdates

2008-07-10T07:44:00.001-05:00

Well, it's that time of year! Since we don't have a lot of scheduled summer INCH activities (though that may change from time to time--field trips, etc.), let's get started with our summer playdates!Like this past year, let's meet at Cleona Playground (unless otherwise stated) on Fridays at 10am. Feel free to pack a lunch and stay a while. This isn't anything

Field Trip

2008-06-26T09:54:00.000-05:00

Here is the info from Christy about this week's field trip:Our field trip will be on Friday June 27th at 9:30 am. We will be taking a stream study class at the Middle Creek Wildlife Preserve in Kleinfeltersville. We will be getting in the water up to our knees, so make sure the children wear old shorts and shirts. They should also wear water shoes or old sneakers that they can get wet. Bring

Friday Summer Playdates

2008-06-11T14:29:00.003-05:00

Heads Up

2008-05-19T14:46:00.004-05:00

FYI, some dates to keep in mind and things to be thinking about:June - 27th at 10:00 is our Middle Creek-stream study (not our usual 2nd Friday)We're having an INCH brainstorm session in the next couple of months discussing next year's INCH activities, schedule, field trips, outings, classes, groups, picnics, locations, etc.So far what we do have set is a monthly Physics class/lab, a monthly

It's Not on the Test

2008-05-17T11:24:00.002-05:00

Extolling the virtues of "No Child Left Behind" . . .

May 2nd - INCH Meeting

2008-04-25T22:04:00.002-05:00

Please note that our next INCH meeting with be a combination meeting and learning session in preparation for our Washington D.C. trip. More details to follow . . .

Celebrating Earth Day

2008-04-17T07:47:00.003-05:00

This Friday, April 18th, we are celebrating Earth Day as our Friday activity. We are meeting at Union Canal Park (behind the mall) at 10am and enjoying various "stations" of activities and fun and learning! Feel free to pack a lunch and stay and visit a while! The families of INCH are pitching in with some great activities--here are some of the activities we're doing:* A Swap Table--Home

April PNO

2008-04-14T22:20:00.001-05:00

A reminder that this Thursday is Parents' Night Out at 7pm at MJ's Coffeehouse in Annville! Come relax, visit, and share.

April Field Trip

2008-04-08T22:22:00.003-05:00

Here is the information from Christy's email:These are the directions to Daniel Boone Homestead then to Crystal Cave and return home. http://www.mapquest.com/maps/Annville+PA+17003/400+Daniel+Boone+Rd+Birdsboro+PA+19508-8735/#a/maps/l:::Annville:PA:17003:US:40.3781:-76.5537:zip:Lebanon+County/l::400+Daniel+Boone+Rd:Birdsboro:PA:19508-8735:US:40.290903:-75.794116:address:Berks+County/l::963+

This Friday

2008-04-02T09:37:00.002-05:00

A reminder that there is no official INCH meeting this Friday and we are not meeting at the library. Thanks!

What a GREAT PNO!

2008-03-21T22:13:00.002-05:00

WOW, that was record-setting attendance! 7 of us (and a couple more stopped in for a while, too)! What a fun, fun, FUN parents' night out. I can't say enough how impressed I am with the families of INCH. It's so rejuvenating to get together at MJ's coffeehouse and talk about anything and everything. Thanks to all for making it such a great evening!

March PNO

2008-03-19T08:28:00.002-05:00

A reminder that this Thursday is Parents' Night Out at 7pm at MJ's Coffeehouse in Annville! Come relax, visit, and share.

March Field Trip

2008-03-11T20:24:00.002-05:00

Hey Everyone! Here is our information from Christy--thank you!! Attachments have been sent by email . . .Friday March 14th, we will be meeting at the Susquehanna Association f/t Blind and Vision Impaired at 10am. http://www.sabvi.com/ I included an attachment to supplement this trip. Give yourself at least an hour to get there. Here are the directions: Go onto PA-72 S. 17 mi Turn RIGHT

Super Science Party

2008-03-10T20:45:00.002-05:00

From Jack and Jill Preschool:We are trying to reach homeschooling parents and children in an effort to extend them this INVITATION TO JACK AND JILL'S SUPER SCIENCE PARTY. The date is Monday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Jack and Jill Preschool, 280 Hillcrest Rd., Lebanon. The event is free (although donations are welcome) and open to all young children in the area. Activity centers

Law Day

2008-03-01T09:42:00.002-05:00

Dear Teacher/Educator: The Lebanon County Bar Association is pleased to announce the 50th anniversary of Law Day. The state-wide celebration is observed on May 1, 2008. The program is designed to bring together judges, lawyers and schools to help children learn about the law, the legal system and to celebrate the American heritage of liberty, justice and equality. This year’s theme, “

INCH Cancelled Today

2008-02-22T08:35:00.000-05:00

Due to the snow and freezing rain, INCH is cancelled today. Have a nice weekend!

February PNO

2008-02-19T10:48:00.003-05:00

A reminder that this Thursday is Parents' Night Out at 8pm at MJ's Coffeehouse in Annville! Come relax, visit, and share.

T&D Cats Field Trip

2008-02-16T20:56:00.005-05:00

Here is the information from Laura about our special discounted outing:Well, we're on for T & D' S Cats of the World for Friday May 9th! I have us set to tour at noon, and plan to take a picnic lunch to eat at their covered picnic area before hand. I am planning to "pull out" here at 10:30 that should put us there at 11:30- giving 1/2 hour to eat our PB&J, and visit with the parrots in the outer

Free Baseball Tickets!

2008-02-08T22:27:00.000-05:00

It's that time of year again. Please share the info with others as you see fit--this is available to all homeschoolers.The Lancaster Barnstormers has a really neat reading program where you read 4 books "outside the curriculum" over the next few weeks, sign your bookmarks to indicate as much, and let me know how many bookmarks you've completed (and therefore how many vouchers--for free baseball

February Field Trip

2008-02-06T14:00:00.000-05:00

Here's our information from Christy for this month's field trip:This will be a short, really awesome field trip this month. We will begoing to visit WITF in harrisburg. The tour will begin at 10:00 am andlast about one hour, but we should try to meet at the studio about 15min. early. (Directions and all tour information is below.)As for supplemental information, my simple advice is to explore

INCH Cancelled Today

2008-02-01T10:02:00.001-05:00

Due to the freezing rain, INCH is cancelled today. Have a nice weekend!

Reminder

2008-01-18T23:32:00.000-05:00

A reminder that there is NO INCH on Friday, January 25th as the Library is having a book sale. Enjoy the week off and check out the sale!

January Field Trip

2008-01-09T22:29:00.000-05:00

Here is the information from Christy for our field trip this month:On Friday, we will be visiting the Lebanon Daily News (10:00-11:00), the Lebanon Post Office (11:00-12:00), lunch at the library (12:00-1:00) and then a presentation of the history of trains in Lebanon County at the library (1:00-1:45). (Directions to the Daily News-Go East on Walnut---Turn Right onto 8th St. The Daily News is

December Field Trip

2007-12-13T15:16:00.000-05:00

Here are the notes on this month's field trip from Christy:Field trip for Friday December 14The theme of this field trip is generally about inventory. In this case we are talking about the grocery store and the library. Why do we have the items on the shelves that we do, and who chooses the stock. As I mentioned to many of the parents at the library last week, I would like the children to have a

November Field Trip

2007-11-08T20:42:00.001-05:00

Here's Christy's information for our November Field Trip:Friday November 9th we will be touring Cornwall Furnace and the HumaneSocietyCornwall FurnaceWe will be meeting at Cornwall Furnace at 10:00 am. Please have yourchildren DRESS WARM and wear comfortable shoes. Don't forget that youcan use your Heritage Society membership, otherwise Adults are $4.00and Children are $2.00. The tour lasts about

Fall Back (and another recall)!

2007-11-03T15:42:00.001-05:00

Remember to set your clocks back tonight and be careful!And on another note, for those who eat beef . . .A Million Pounds of Beef Recalled in PA

Art History -- Leonardo da Vinci

2007-11-01T08:24:00.000-05:00

We're studying Leonardo da Vinci (all ages are welcome--Jenn is doing a younger kids' class in the storytime room for those who prefer that as well). We're starting with a brief lecture about the artist (with handout) and then doing a project. For our project, we're making our own Mona Lisas with pictures of ourselves! We're keeping it simple as far as "medium" goes--crayons rather than paints

Got This From Laura . . .

2007-10-31T12:41:00.001-05:00

A commentary on schooling . . . Enjoy!

Fall Festival--Change

2007-10-29T12:23:00.000-05:00

Our apologies for the confusion and date changing. We're having our INCH Fall Festival on SATURDAY, Nov. 3rd from 10am-12 Noon. Next week is supposed to be sunny & a little warmer, so hopefully that'll lead to better outdoor fun for the event! Thanks!

Fall Festival POSTPONED

2007-10-26T18:38:00.000-05:00

Due to all the continuing rain & mud, we're postponing the INCH Fall Festival until next Friday, Nov. 2, from 1-3 pm. Next week is supposed to be sunny & a little warmer, so hopefully that'll lead to better outdoor fun for the event! Thanks!

Reminder

2007-10-24T18:49:00.001-05:00

Please remember that we're meeting at the Lebanon Library from now on, unless otherwise noted on our schedule. Please always consult our site and schedule to keep up to date. Thanks!

More Capture the Flag?

2007-10-17T22:57:00.001-05:00

It's not supposed to rain until about 4pm tomorrow, but some of us parents are TOO SORE to play a 4th day in a row!! HOWEVER, keep checking our site--we're in for a lot of good weather and LOTS of us like to play!! 26 people today!! WOW!

Capture the Flag -- DAY THREE!!

2007-10-16T18:48:00.000-05:00

Okay, so I'm pathetic . . . MY LEGS HURT!! But, we're up for more!! Several of us (15 yesterday, 21 today!) got together at Cleona Playground yesterday AND today and played several games of "Capture the Flag" -- what fun! So much fun, in fact, that we're doing it again tomorrow! 2pm. Wear white or blue (bring extra shirts if you'd like). Join us for a *really* fun time!! See you there! :)

Young Persons FREE Concert this Saturday!

2007-10-16T18:33:00.000-05:00

I know that MANY of us already attend this FABULOUS event! It's THIS SATURDAY!! 3pm at the Hershey Theater!! Concert AND "Petting Zoo!" Don't miss it! Here are more details from the Hershey Symphony site:The Hershey Symphony currently sponsors two annual programs for youth music education. The annual Young Person’s Concert introduces children (and their families) to the world of instruments and

Magic Tree House - THE MUSICAL!!

2007-10-15T20:40:00.000-05:00

I think this is AMAZING! We're so excited! And you just KNOW it'll be in PA, since the author is from here as our her characters!! How exciting!! Their national tour will commence in fall of 2008! Let's share any information we hear about this!!More information here:http://mthmusical.com/press.htmhttp://www.bsoinc.com/family/artist.php?artist=mth

Parents' Night Out

2007-10-15T20:11:00.000-05:00

Seems we're totally into impromptu. :P I love it.This Thursday Night at MJ's Coffeehouse at 8pm--come relax, talk, rejuvenate.

CAPTURE THE FLAG!

2007-10-15T17:15:00.000-05:00

Several of us got together at Cleona Playground today and played an impromptu game of "Capture the Flag" -- what fun! So much fun, in fact, that we're doing it again tomorrow! 2pm. Wear white or blue (bring extra shirts if you'd like). Join us for a really fun time!! See you there! :)

Law Exploring Post

2007-10-15T16:23:00.000-05:00

Here is a copy of an email I've received and promised to pass on to you: I am the Executive Director for the Lebanon County Bar Association. We are currently searching for interested teens and young adults who may be interested in learning about a possible career in the field of law. Attached you will find the press release, which recently appeared in the Lebanon Daily newspaper, explaining the

Children's Youth Opera

2007-10-15T16:03:00.000-05:00

Passing along some information . . . The Central Pennsylvania Youth Opera and the Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg will partner to present the children's opera "The Operatunists" in a special school groups performance on Friday, April 18th, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at the State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg. Attached is a letter detailing information on our school groups performance. If your

Articles for Home Educators

2007-10-14T21:10:00.000-05:00

A reminder that we have a PLETHORA of wonderful articles and resources on the right hand side of our website/blog. I've added a couple more recently that are really interesting!! Enjoy!

Fall Festival!

2007-10-14T20:50:00.000-05:00

We've decided to have a Fall Festival in lieu of a hayride thisfall---so come join us!Saturday, October 27, from 10am-12 noon.We'll have fun fall games/activities outside & then a lunch potluck together. Mary has offered her home & yard for the activity!We'd love for anyone who's willing to help with an activity to chimein--and we're keeping this strictly a 'fall' theme (i.e., *not*Halloween).

Flexibility of Homeschooling

2007-10-14T19:26:00.000-05:00

This is a recent article from a wonderful email newsletter we get (Homeschooler's Notebook). I've referenced it so that you can find out more about the author and the newsletter in which she guest authored. That picture is one I've found Googling "Flexibility" -- I think it should be captioned "Superhuman."The Flexibility of Homeschoolingby Barbara Frank---I've always appreciated the flexibility

Classes for Younger Children

2007-10-14T12:09:00.000-05:00

Remember, INCH is for ALL AGES! We also offer younger kids' classes during our Chemistry and Art/Music History classes. These classes are held in the Storytime Room. Please see our schedule for details! :) (Artwork courtesy of Laguna Ki-Aikido Dojo which can be found at: http://www.lagunaki.org)

Schedule changes for the next few weeks

2007-10-14T11:58:00.000-05:00

Please note the changes on our calendar for the next few weeks. Almost all of our classes are held at the (very generous) Lebanon Library from now on. Please note date changes for Oct./Nov. as well. Thanks, all, for your flexibility!!

Schedule of Field Trips for 2007-2008

2007-10-13T21:42:00.004-05:00

Thanks again to Christy for organizing our field trips!! Aren't co-ops wonderful?! :) Please remember that this is subject to change:September 9:00 State Capital 10:00 State Museum Planetarium Show 10:30-11:30 Walk past Penn Dot Lunch along Front Street (Information about River) October 10:00-11:30 Water Treatment Plant

October Field Trip

2007-10-11T14:39:00.000-05:00

Here is Christy's information for us for our October Field Trip! October 12th We will be touring Lebanon’s water treatment plant and refuse authority. You will need to dress appropriately for the weather. You must wear close toed shoes. Because they are both outside, we will need to reschedule if there is rain. You may want to warn your children of the smell at both places. 10:00-11:30

Reminder -- RSVP by Friday!

2007-10-02T06:41:00.001-05:00

Remember to RSVP by this Friday for The Nutcracker. We have several who have RSVPed already! Thanks!

Fun Friday!

2007-09-28T19:40:00.000-05:00

What a lovely morning! We've had a nice tour at the Lebanon Valley Council on The Arts and learned more about what they offer (LOTS of cool classes and they're so open to ideas and on the lookout for so many NEAT things!) and a fun time at the library playing lots and lots of board games! Whoever says homeschooled kids don't get any socialization is SORELY misinformed:

Lebanon Valley Council on The Arts

2007-09-27T21:17:00.000-05:00

My apologies for not giving more notice on this (and I know we have several people out of town this weekend, but I also know that several families are attending tomorrow). Everyone is invited to join us for our art history class tomorrow (Friday, September 28th). Instead of a formal lesson, we're meeting across the street from the library at 10am -- the LVCA is hosting us and letting us know a

Headcount for Chemistry Class

2007-09-22T21:17:00.000-05:00

It seems our INCH group is growing and that's very exciting!! As we're getting going with our classes and field trips, we're interested in getting an idea of who is attending Chemistry Class at Carrie's house (email for directions).We meet weekly for INCH and twice a month our meetings are for chemistry class--see our calendar for class times. As part of our Chemistry class, we're also holding

Rounds Singing Parties

2007-09-22T21:11:00.000-05:00

Come sing with us! No fee, no experience necessary, no audition or solos, just a desire to sing with a group of people who enjoy singing!We sing rounds such as the timeless Row Row Row Your Boat as well as funny, sweet, and challenging rounds by composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, Purcell, and Haydn. Format is go-around so you are welcome to bring a round to teach, pick one out of the book, or

Pictures and Portfolios

2007-09-22T08:51:00.000-05:00

Just a note that INCH members are welcome to copy pictures posted on our website from our outings and classes, etc. for portfolios if you so wish! Those who have pictures that they'd like to post, feel free to let me know as well!

A reminder

2007-09-21T17:20:00.001-05:00

For those interested in keeping up with INCH, our activities, our classes, etc. You are always welcome to check our website. You can also subscribe by email and ANY time our website is updated, you will receive updates by email. We tend to update our site a handful of times every month. It's a great way to keep abreast of things!

Our Picnic Today!!

2007-09-21T16:47:00.000-05:00

Wow! Wow wow wow! I am SO happy with our turnout! It has FAR exceeded our expectations and it was SUCH a wonderful picnic with so many great people!! We're so happy that so many have come and had such a good time with us all! We're thrilled! What a great exchange of information and friendship and fun!!Here are some interesting stats and fun pictures:13 Families/45 people (Keep in mind our

The Nutcracker!

2007-09-19T12:46:00.000-05:00

The professional, adult ballerinas of the Donestk Ballet Company of the Republic of Ukraine will once again perform "The Nutcracker" in Lancaster Mennonite High School's Fine Arts Center, joined by the local Ballet Theater of Lancaster's company members (several homeschoolers are a part of this local ballet company). This performance of the famous ballet Christmas story, "The Nutcracker," will be

Homeschooling Picnic THIS FRIDAY!!

2007-09-17T18:18:00.000-05:00

Please feel free to pass this along to all your homeschooling mailing lists and friends! Thanks! This is a reminder that we're having an INCH picnic this Friday, September 21st at 11am . We are meeting at Union Canal Park (the south entrance by the canal on 25th and Union Canal Drive--located at 25th & Union Canal Drive, Lebanon. 25th Street is behind the movies at the Lebanon Valley Mall off

Pictures from our Field Trip to Harrisburg

2007-09-17T18:10:00.000-05:00

What a fun time of year when kids get back to school and the world is our playground! We get museums and planetariums and historical sites all to ourselves. We have a great homeschool group--SUCH an impressive group of families! The kids have a blast together and we learn tons at our own pace--we love it!This past week, we've enjoyed a lovely field trip to our GORGEOUS state capitol. It's one of

September Field Trip

2007-09-02T22:44:00.000-05:00

Wow! Thank you, Christy, for organizing our field trips! Here is a wealth of detailed and organized information from Christy (please remember to RSVP ASAP!!):September 14 We will be touring the Pa State Capital, attending a planetarium show at the State Museum, and having lunch along the Susquehanna. The drive to the first destination takes about 45 minutes. Allow 15 minutes to get from your

Chemistry Class

2007-09-02T22:36:00.000-05:00

We meet for Chemistry on 1st and 3rd Fridays at 10am (see our INCH calendar). Here is what Carrie, our INCH member who is coordinating and teaching the course, has to say about it:The chemistry class will be using "The Elements, Ingredients of the Universe" curriculum which was designed for grades four through eight. Younger children (one of mine is in 2nd grade) are welcome to participate as

Art History/Music History Classes

2007-09-02T21:54:00.000-05:00

We meet for Art History/Music History on 4th Fridays (always consult calendar for specifics).For the Art History portion of our classes, we're learning about famous artists, their works, their lives, and their related genres and time periods over the next several months. We're studying many artists including DaVinci, Michelangelo, Monet, van Gogh, Picasso, Dali, Seurat, Matisse, and Warhol. Each