Here’s what’s coming up this month:

• 10/1: Deep Blue Sea - Presented by the Springer Opera House (Columbus Botanical Garden, Columbus)

  • The Columbus Botanical Garden is happy to announce that we have partnered with the Springer Opera House’s First Act Program to bring you a production of Deep Blue Sea!

• 10/1: Oakhurst Farm’s Homeschool Day (Oakhurst Farm, West Point)

  • Tuesday, October 1st, and Wednesday, October 2nd, from 9AM-NOON ET, we welcome all of our local homeschool families, co-ops and small group organizations to visit for a fun-filled, one-of-a-kind FARM experience! NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED, just provide your homeschool/co-op/small organization info at check-in, and you’re all set! Yes, Independent homeschoolers are welcomed, as well!

Here’s what’s coming up this month:

• 9/3- Little Sprouts (Columbus Botanical Garden, Columbus)

  • Lesson: Roots to Canopy: A Discovery of the Magic of Trees

    3-5 year olds (+ 1 free caretaker) Embark on a captivating exploration of nature's towering wonders. First Tuesday of every month

• 9/4- Homeschool Pottery (Britt David Studio, Columbus)

  • Classes offered 10:30-12:00, click the link for details.

Homeschool Happenings is back! Here’s what’s coming up this month:

• 8/6 - Little Sprouts (Columbus Botanical Garden, Columbus)Lesson: Flutter, Buzz, Pollinate: An Adventure into the World of Pollinators 3-5 year olds (+ 1 free caretaker) Buzz into a magical journey into the vibrant and essential world of pollinators. First Tuesday of every month

• 8/8 - Budding Naturalist (Columbus Botanical Garden, Columbus)Topic: Flutter, Buzz, Pollinate: An Adventure into the World of Pollinators 1st-5th grade students (+ 1 free caretaker). Buzz into a magical journey into the vibrant and essential world of pollinators. Second Thursday of every month!

Hey friends! Even though some homeschool events take a break for the summer, there's still tons to explore in our area! This isn't goodbye, it's just see you later! Check back in August for monthly homeschool events!

Mark your calendars! On April 8th, 2024, Georgia will witness a spectacular partial solar eclipse, also known as the Great North American Eclipse.

Check out the homeschool events in West Georgia/ East Alabama for the month of April. There’s lots of fun things happening!

Today, we are thrilled to share with you some of our absolute favorite learning resources that have been making a significant impact on our homeschooling journey!

Feeling the itch to mix things up and get the learning outside the house? No worries, been there! Today's post is all about the fantastic world of homeschool days offered by businesses and museums. We're talking discounts, special activities, and awesome learning experiences that go way beyond textbooks.

Making the decision to homeschool is a big decision, at least for our family it was. I had the desire to homeschool for years but never felt like I could do it. That was until 2020 hit and virtual schooling began. Like many families experienced virtual schooling was a struggle, so we decided to make the shift to homeschooling. This was one of the best decisions for our family!

It's no secret that homeschooling has the stigma of producing socially awkward kids which couldn't be further from the truth. Social opportunities are everywhere, and you don't need to go to school or a group to build meaningful friendships. However, some homeschoolers do find it easier to connect by joining a group. There are lots of different groups for homeschoolers. Here are some of the different options:

Hey there, fellow adventurers! Are you ready to embark on a learning journey like never before? Whether you're searching for hands-on history experiences, engaging science discoveries, or simply some outdoor fun, we've got you covered with the best local field trip ideas for homeschoolers! Let's pack our curiosity and sense of wonder as we dive into the abundance of educational opportunities awaiting us right in our own backyard.