Homeschool parents, mark your calendars for these local events and activities specifically geared toward homeschool students:
September 7
Creative Writing for Homeschoolers. Nature will serve as the inspiration for homeschoolers ages 8-12 who want to improve their writing skills. 2-3:15 p.m. Wolf Creek Environmental Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth, 330-722-9364, medinacountyparks.com
September 8
Fantastic Fridays. A great day for homeschoolers to explore the book “Circus Mirandus” by Cassie Beasley, complete a craft and enjoy activities related to the book. 1-2 p.m. Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, 440-871-2600, westlakelibrary.org
Homeschoolers: Orienteering. Homeschoolers, ages 7-10, learn the basics of map reading and orienteering to solve a mystery. Compasses will be provided. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Road, Akron, 330-865-8065, summitmetroparks.org
September 15
Archery Adventure. Students learn the proper safety of the bow and arrow and then have a chance to hit the range. 10 a.m.-noon. Environmental Learning Center, 7250 Alexander Road, Painesville, 440-354-0894, lakemetroparks.com
Homeschool Days: Monarchs & Meadows. Homeschoolers become scientists for the day and learn about Monarch butterflies and other insects, then hit the field with nets in hand to see what you catch. 2-3 p.m. Frohring Meadows Shelter, 16780 Savage Road, Bainbridge Township, geaugaparkdistrict.org
September 21
Homeschool Happenings: Butterflies, Skippers and Moths. Learn how these creatures survive the climate of Northeast Ohio and investigate up-close some that we catch and release. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Rocky River Nature Center, 24000 Valley Pkwy., North Olmsted, 440-734-6660, clevelandmetroparks.com
September 27
Art for Homeschool Families. Learn about French painter Georges Braque and cubism.Then, each student will make a cubist drawing using colored pencils and rulers. 2-3 p.m. Wadsworth Public Library, 132 Broad St., 330-334-5761, wadsworthlibrary.com
