Events in Oregon

These are some of the events that may be of interest to homeschool families in Oregon. They have been submitted by OCEANetwork supporting families and affiliated support groups. Do not contact OCEANetwork for additional information. Use the contact information in the event listing for further information.

The 14th Annual Oregon Christian Home Education Conference featuring Dr. Voddie Baucham Jr., Mark Hamby, Carol Barnier and many others is over, but you can still receive great messages of encouragement by ordering CDs of the event.


2008
August
Saturday Aug. 30
Salem
Contact: Vaughn Longanecker
vdlonganecker@earthlink.net
Christian Heritage Tours of State Capitol
Next year marks the 150 anniversary of Oregon's statehood. Come learn of the Christian roots and influence of missionaries in Oregon. Free, confirmation requested one week ahead of tour. Meet at Willamette Mission State Park. Walking require. 10 and up.
September
Tuesday Sep. 2
Lively Swim Center, Springfield
Contact: Renea Buchholz
rbuchholz@lighthomeschooling.org
Not Back to School Party at Splash
Mark your calendars and start off the year with a Splash at Lively Swim Park Center in Springfield. Private swim 12pm-1pm, all swim until 5pm. Admission is only $2.00 per swimmer. Bring a sack lunch and hang out at the pool instead of school.
http://lighthomeschooling.org
Friday Sep. 5 - Sep. 9
Cispus Learning Center, Mount. St. Helens
Creation Science Homeschool Outdoor School and Science Camp
Homeschool Science Camp is committed to teaching students about the wonders of natural things and events, in the context of a "hands-on" outdoor classroom. With a Biblical perspective and an emphasis on creation, campers learn about science.
http://www.homeschoolsciencecamp.us/
Friday Sep. 12
Oregon Garden, Silverton
Contact: Cindy Quam
503-584-7256
HOMESCHOOL DAY at the Oregon Garden
The Oregon Garden would like to invite all home schoolers ages 5-12 to learn more about their natural world. We offer hands-on learning stations throughout the Garden. 10AM-2PM Adults $8, 8-18 $7, under seven free.Admission includes tram ride.
http://www.oregongarden.org
Saturday Sep. 13
Vancouver, WA
Contact: Becky Develle
(360) 892-4212
Becky@Bible1st.net
DINOSAURS, CAVEMEN & CREATION
Dr. Tom Hoyle of Bible and Science Ministries will present a fun and exciting session for the whole family! The session will include a dinosaur slide show, a multi-media creation presentation, a live demonstration of fossils and skull models, etc.
http://hoyle.nwcreation.net/
Saturday Sep. 13
Salem
Contact: Ray Engel
salemdebate@juno.com
Introduction to CCNW Debate
This workshop will provide an overall familiarization with CCNW team policy debate. Cost: $5 per student/debator. Parents, coaches and potential judges: free. 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm at Evergreen Presbyterian Church, 905 Cottage Street NE, Salem, OR 97301.
http://www.ccnwdebate.org
Friday Sep. 19
Lincoln City
Contact: Maureen Collson
541-876-0159
maureen.collson@oregonstate.edu
Homeschool Day at Hatfield Marine Science Center
The OSU Hatfield Marine Science Center is offering special programs for home school students from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The focus this time is on Molluscs (clams, squids, etc.). Cost per child: $20.
http://www.hmsc.oregonstate.edu
October
Friday Oct. 10 - Oct. 11
Eugene
Contact: Terry Stollar
541-736-9071
tstollar@gutenberg.edu
Gutenberg Colleges Oktoberfuss 2008
Freedom of Thought: Hollow Thought or Purposeful Practice Join keynote speaker Dr. Caroline Crocker, featured in "Expelled" as one who was indeed expelled for challenging the prevailing view of evolution in a university setting and Gutenberg staff.
http://www.gutenberg.edu
Saturday Oct. 11
Norkenzie Christian Church 2530 Crescent, Eugene
Contact: Renea Buchholz
541-686-9516
renea@lighthomeschooling.org
"Exposing the Trojan Horse" Showing and Q and A with Dick Karman
9-11am Have you ever wondered what the role of publicly funded cyberschools is in the homeschooling movement? Exposing A Trojan Horse is a provocative video sharing the opinions of home educators from all over the United States. Q and A will follow.
http://lighthomeschooling.org
Saturday Oct. 18
Salem
Contact: Ray Engel
salemdebate@juno.com
Introduction to CCNW Debate class Part 2
This second workshop sponsored by Christian Communicators of the NW address material covered in the 1st half of a typical Introduction to Debate course.
http://www.ccnwdebate.org/
November
Saturday Nov. 15
Salem
Contact: Ray Engel
salemdebate@juno.com
Introduction to CCNW Debate Part 3
The 3rd workshop in the CCNW Debate series will address the 2nd half of an Introduction to Debate course.
http://www.ccnwdebate.org/
2009
March
Friday Mar. 20
Newport
Contact: Maureen Collson
541-867-0159
maureen.collson@oregonstate.edu
Homeschool Day at Hatfield Marine Science Center
HMSC's next Home School Event with new labs, presenatations and activities will be held Friday, March 20, 2009.
http://www.hmsc.oregonstate.edu
May
Thursday May. 7
State Capitol, Salem
Contact: Wes & Deborah Butler
503-873-3159
mail@oceanetwork.org

Apple Pie Day
Take a family field trip, learn about Oregon state government and protect your right to homeschool. Attend "Apple Pie Day" at the Oregon Capitol. Make an appointment with your legislators and tell them you appreciate the freedom to homeschool in Oregon.
http://www.oceanetwork.org
June
Friday Jun. 12 - Jun. 13
Portland, OR
Contact: OCEANetwork
503-288-1285
mail@oceanetwork.org

15th Annual OCEANetwork Conference
These are challenging times. It is important to disciple our children in the Lord, teach them to think from a biblical worldview, and work to protect our freedom. Who knows if we haven't been given the freedom to homeschool "for such a time as this."

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