…And even more Activities and Resources…
The EAA Young Eagles program was launched to give interested young people, ages 8-17, an opportunity to go flying in general aviation aircraft. These flights are offered free of charge and are made possible through the generosity of EAA member volunteers.
EAA Chapter 2 hosts a number of Young Eagles rallies each year. If you are unable to attend a rally, a Young Eagles flight that fits your schedule can be arranged. Please click above for more information or contact Young Eagles Coordinator Laramie Resler at 260-402-3478 or via email at youngeagles@eaa2.org.
Image of Hope Discovery Center
Children and even adults love to learn. A visit to our Nature Discovery Center is the perfect way to learn about the habitat of a pond and the nature that surrounds it. This is a program where individuals, families, preschools, elementary schools and homeschool groups can come out and learn all about the animals and plants that live in and around a pond. This can be as simple as a visit to see the pond and what lives in it, to a detailed study of the ecosystem with the use of our laboratory. The center includes several aquariums with plants and animals that live in the pond. Visitors can learn about the development of a frog or the lifecycle of a butterfly. We also have available two worm farms. Worms fascinate children and learning about a worm farm teaches the importance of the environment and how to take care of it. These hands-on experiences will teach science in an exciting and memorable way.
If you are interested in exploring the life of a pond and the nature around it, please contact us to schedule a visit. You can email us at michelle.imageofhoperanch2017@gmail.com.
DeKalb County
4-H Youth Development Educator
Effie Campbell
campb314@purdue.edu
215 East 9th Street, Suite 300
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 925-2562
Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30am – 4:30pm
** Closed Days under County Events
Purdue Extension Noble County
109 N. York St.
Albion IN 46701
(260) 636-2111
4-H Youth Development Extension Educator @ Nobleces@purdue.edu
Purdue Steuben County Extension
lbidlack@purdue.edu
317 S Wayne St #1A
Angola, IN 46703
(260) 668-1000 Ext. 1400
Purdue Extension – Allen County
4001 Crescent Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
260.481.6826
Follow us on Facebook at AllenCounty4H
Fort Wayne Philharmonic Young People’s Concert
This is an amazing program developed for students in grades 3rd-5th. Students start out the year following a curriculum provided by the Philharmonic, learning about the orchestra, and how to play a recorder. During the spring, the students are invited to a concert where they can enjoy the orchestra or they can play right along with them. For dates, curriculum information, and more click the link above!
Free Student Tickets for Many Fort Wayne Philharmonic Concerts
More Educational Resources from the Fort Wayne Philharmonic
Kendallville Community Learning Center
Founded in 2019, the Community Learning Center in Kendallville strives to advance the self-sufficiency of all residents through collaborative, multi-generational programs and offerings. The Community Learning Center is a center for learning.
Our core beliefs further our community in the areas of Health and Wellness, Work Force and Economic Development and the Performing and Fine Arts to support Social and Emotional well-being.
The Community Center has lots of fun activities that are perfect for enrichment for your homeschool. Check out their monthly events!
McCarthy Homeschool Dances has homeschool dances throughout the year, including an end of year Prom. For details click the link above. Make sure you check back often to get the details on all the dances!
The Fort Wayne Prom is held every year at the Embassy Theatre. For date, tickets, and more information, click the above link!
Auburn Parks and Recreation Programs
Auburn Parks and Recreation holds a vast number of activities during the year. Click the link above to check out all of the activities that your school aged children can participate in! (There’s even some for adults!)
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Programs
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation holds a vast number of activities and camps during the year. Click the link above to check out all of the activities that your school aged children can participate in!
TeenPact is designed to help students understand the political process, value their liberty, and engage the culture. Through our hands-on and practical teaching, TeenPact Students learn how to embrace their call as the next generation of leaders, find encouragement among like-minded peers, and develop the skills to engage the culture.
The Fort Wayne Tin Caps offer a free reading program each year. Students and educators can receive free tickets to a game. Studnets also receive concession items and a gift. Click the link above for details.
Nature Club is a group of families interested in getting out into nature together regularly. We try to hike twice a month and have field trips to places like Black Pine, Lindenwood Nature Preserve, state parks, etc. This group is open to all homeschooling families with kids of any age. Email Sarah at vineacademy@outlook.com or message Sarah ‘Provines’ Nelson on Facebook and I’ll get you an invite to the group.
Homeschool History Club is a group of homeschool families who are interested in enhancing their history learning experience with field trips to local locations and re-enactments. This group is new and evolving. Email Sarah at vineacademy@outlook.com or message Sarah ‘Provines’ Nelson on Facebook and I’ll get you an invite to the group.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SCHEDULING AN ACTIVITY?
Are you interested in scheduling an activity? Here are some fun ideas we’ve seen in the past!
- Elementary Playdates
- Middle School Get Togethers
- Middle School Dances
- High School Get Togethers
- Christmas Caroling
- Hiking Groups
- Pokagon Beach Days
- Lego Club
- Chess Club
- Mom’s Night Out
- P arent’s Night Out
- ….and more!