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HOMESCHOOL EVENTS!

A Helpful Resource for Area Homeschool Families

March 2, 2017

Welcome to our resource guide for homeschoolers. Here we will list special events geared to homeschool families. Space is somewhat limited, however please email michelles@macaronikid.com if you have, or know of, a homeschool event for consideration. 

Mon - Fri (except school holidays) - Atlanta Rocks
Description: Climbing builds self confidence and enhances both teamwork and self-reliance. Climbers learn to control their bodies and solve complex physical challenges by using their brains as well as their muscles. Youngsters are supervised by Atlanta Rocks! staff and will have ample time to develop friendships with other homeschool climbers. Parents are encouraged to relax in the gym, or get some work done, while their kids climb (Free Wi-Fi).
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm or 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Cost: $20 per child ($15 per additional sibling
Reservations: Call for reservations
Address: 1019 Collier Rd NW, Ste A, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
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Mar. 12 (Monday) - Homeschool Science Day at Chattahoochee Nature Center: Wetlands Underwater
Description: Students will study science topics linked to the ecology, geology, chemistry, physics, and natural history of this unique ecosystem.
Time: 1:45pm to 3:00pm
Cost: Included with general admission ($10 adults/$7 seniors & students 13-18/$6 children 3-12). CNC members free.
Reservations: No registration required * Programs appropriate for ages 5 and up
Address: 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell, GA 30075
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Mar. 14 (Wednesday) - Museum of History and Holocaust Education
The Museum of History and Holocaust Education invites you to our free Homeschool Days. Experience special guest speakers, hands-on activities, docent-led tours, and age-appropriate films. Homeschool Days are suitable for 4th grade and up, and RSVPs are required.
Time: 9:30am to 12:30pm
Cost: Free
Reservations: Required. Programs fill up quickly.
Location: Kennesaw State University Center, 3333 Busbee Dr NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
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Mar. 14 (Wednesday) - HomeSchool Academy at Zoo Atlanta
Description: Join Zoo Atlanta for an afternoon of learning and discovery designed specifically for homeschool students! HomeSchool Academy is a unique program that allows students to explore animal and science concepts in a fun, interactive environment. Programs are grade-appropriate and include games, activities, Zoo tours, and animal encounters.
Time: 10am to 12pm
Cost: See website. 
Reservations: Advance reservations required.
Address: 800 Cherokee Avenue SE, Atlanta GA 30315
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Mar. 14 (Wednesday) - Homeschool Day at The Southern Museum: Rail Towns
Description: Join the museum on the second Wednesday of each month for the Southern Museum’s Homeschool Workshop Series. Each workshop includes guided activities, tours, or demonstrations, plus a hands-on workshop and will focus on a different train-themed subject. Geared for ages 5-12. 
Time: 10:00am to 1:00pm
Cost: $5
Reservations: Not required - Drop in!
Address: 2829 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw, GA 30144
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Mar. 15 (Thursday) - Garden Ecology Homeschool Series at Smith-Gilbert Gardens
Description: This series is designed to complement your existing curriculum with monthly ecology-themed, garden-based programs for students ages 5 and up. The Garden Ecology Homeschool Series is scheduled for the third Thursday of the month, September through April.
Time: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Cost:  Parent $7, First Student $15, Additional Student $13, Under 5 Free
Reservations: Required, Call (770) 919-0248.
Address: 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, Georgia 30152
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Mar. 30 (Friday) Homeschool Day at MODA
Description: Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) offers a monthly Home School Day with fun museum-educator-led programming and reduced admission. Home School visits are geared toward students in grades 5-12 and vary in length.
Time: Two Events. 10:00am to 12:00pm & 1:00-2:00pm
Cost: Varies by event
Reservations: Families must present verification of home school or non-traditional school status when purchasing tickets to receive special discount. Email Blair Banks at bbanks@museumofdesign.org for more info.
Address: 1315 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
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Apr. 6 (Wednesday) - Atlanta History Center Homeschool Day - The Great Depression and the New Deal
Description:The Atlanta History Center offers special programs for homeschool students and their families. During these day-long programs, explore a different subject through engaging hands-on experiences, performances, historic simulations, and a variety of activities designed for kids from toddler to teen. 
Time: 10:30am to 3:30pm
Cost: $8.50 for nonmembers; $6.50 for children of members; and free for adult members
Reservations: Not required
Address: 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta, GA 30305
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Apr. 13 (Friday) - High Museum of Art Homeschool Days
Description: The High Museum of Art offers special programming just for homeschool families on selected days throughout each year. Each day will focus on a featured artist, theme, or exhibition and there will be docent-guided tours and art-making. This program comes at no additional cost with the price of museum admission.
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: $7 per homeschool student, Regular museum admission price for adult
Reservations: Not required.
Address: 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E., Atlanta, GA 30309
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May 16 (Wednesday) - Atlanta Botanical Garden
Description: The Garden hosts an exciting day of tours and activities exclusively for homeschool groups and families. Supplement your life science, botanical and environmental studies curriculum by visiting a tropical rain forest and a desert house. Tip-toe through the treetops on the Canopy Walk and observe edible plants in the Edible Garden.
Time: Garden hours, 9am to 7pm
Cost: $10 per student/ $10 per chaperone (parking not included)
Reservations: Not required
Address: 1345 Piedmont Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30309
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