Events and Excursions Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:33:49 +0000 7200 Events and Excursions IMAX - The Human Body :exercise1:


IMAX—The Human Body

Tuesday 7th September

Time: 11am

Cost: $11 for children over 3 and $13.50 for adults.

This will include the opportunity to visit the
Museum afterwards at no additional cost.

The speeding impulse of a brain cell racing at 250 miles-per-hour... the quivering dance of hairs in our ear, so small that 10,000 bunched together are thinner than one strand of hair from our head... the 100-mile trek of a red blood cell, only thousandths of an inch in size, through our vast, tangled network of veins, arteries and capillaries... or the miraculous genetic fusion of parental DNA that signals the beginning of a unique new life.

All these extraordinary occurrences are routine events for our bodies, yet almost all are hidden from our view.

The Human Body is a Discovery Pictures/BBC co-production in association with the Maryland Science Center and the Science Museum, London. Narrated by Dr. Robert Winston, Europe's leading infertility specialist and frequent media commentator.

The 43-minute film builds on the international success of the Peabody Award-winning Intimate Universe: The Human Body co-produced by TLC and the BBC. That eight-hour television series told the inspiring story of human biology from conception to death.

The Human Body film goes beyond the television series, taking the audience on a fantastic voyage with incredible detail and sound. The film explores the complexities of the human body by investigating, in great detail, the myriad functions the body performs routinely every day. It investigates and portrays the human body in ways never seen before - from the progression and culmination of a pregnancy to thermal imagery and X-ray techniques. This film brings images to the audience on a scale never before captured in the history of cinema.

The Human Body examines a day in the life of the body as it diligently goes about its complex set of every-day chores. But more than a science lesson in biology, The Human Body takes us on an exhilarating personal journey of discovery about what it means to be human. Using innovative filmmaking techniques, combined with the latest medical and scientific imaging, it shows us the ordinary miracles that keep our bodies running at full steam from morning 'til night and the extraordinary marvels of life.

To book your place, email hs.excursions@gmail.com


9/7/2010

]]> Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 103 National Homeschool Network Newbies Info Night :welcome2:


National Homeschool Network Newbies Night

Tuesday 7th September

Time: 7pm - 9pm

Cost: Free

 Thinking about homeschooling and want to find out if this is an option for your and your children?
 New to homeschooling and want to learn more?
 Want to touch base with others who have been homeschooling a while?
 Want to find out if there are people in your area?

NHN is a dedicated, password protected online conferencing room. Connect in real time with other Homeschoolers.—voice and text chat.
Sensational opportunities for geographically isolated families to connect and stay in touch nationwide.

Visit http://groups.yahoo....eschoolNetwork/ to access the conference room link, and get chat passwords.

For any queries: Email Jenni on rainbowdivas@gmail.com


9/7/2010

]]> Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 104 Gemmology for KIDS Workshop - Wed 8th Sep 2010 Gemmology Workshop for KIDS - in Warrandyte
On: Wednesday 8th Septemeber 2010 At: 10-12.30pm Fee: $10

We have had so much fun with the gemmology classes for kids and we are excited to have you in the workshop.

Together we will share about the basics of gems & crystals. Look at different rock formations & understand crystallography basics

ALL THIS.............. AND............ a really fun day where the kids (& you if you like) will listen, watch & personally create a gem stone critter & a gem identification card where the children can choose their own gemstones to attach to their identification card.

Lovely environment, where you are welcome to have a cuppa & a biscuit during class, ask questions & share with a terrific group of people.

Fascinating natures specimens - book in today (class numbers limited to 20)

Some mums/dads will be required to assist with the kids if possible please. (Please no tinies/ babies unless you are able to restrain them in a pram - for their own safety)

COVERING:

  • Basic Gemmology
  • Different crystal formations
  • How gems & crystals come into creation
  • A practical hands on class where we will look at different types of gems & discuss how they were formed whilst holding, feeling and learning about gems

Kids will make (& take home with them - all materials costs included):
  • A fun gem 'critter' (their choice of style)
  • A Personalised gem identification card

This is a fun basic hands on class - best ages - 6-16years.
If there is an interest we can create a more advanced class or series of classes in gemmology & crystallography

We look forward to sharing with you and having you join us for this exciting, hands on, fun workshop.


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Your Presenter: Lesley Mitchell personally presents this workshop. Lesley is a fully qualified gemmologist, author of 11 books (many on gemmology) & lectures internationally & in many schools and group settings.


TIMES & FOOD: Seminars begin promptly at the times listed above. Please ensure you are present and ready to commence at this time. You are welcome to have a ‘cuppa' & a biscuit whilst the workshop is on. It is a hands on, practical class, where participants make share the discussion & touching as well as creating their own gem treasures. (mums please no little ones unless you can restrain them in a pram for their own safety)

Venue: This workshop will be held at Renascent Centre in Warrandyte - We suggest you arrive early to allow yourself to have a cup of tea and settle in before we start the seminar.


To secure your place: Simply "buy" this item by adding it to your shopping cart and completing checkout - all your details will be sent to us and a booking confirmation letter will be sent with any further details required after payment clears.
http://www.renascent...products_id=492
We know you will enjoy the workshop, and that you will find great value in gemmology. If you need further assistance or have any questions, please feel free to call us.

With Kindest regards & blessings, we look forward to sharing with you in Warrandyte

Daryll & Lesley Mitchell


9/8/2010

]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 63 Inner City Homeschool Get Together :grouphug3:


Inner City Homeschool Get Together

When: Wednesday 8th September

Time: noon-whenever

Cost: Free!!! BYO Picnic or BBQ lunch

Location: Quarries Park, Ramsden Street, Clifton Hill
Melways: 44 F1

For a chance to catch up and play with other homeschoolers. Why not meet us there for a chat and sausage!

Quarries Park is an Adventure Playground with equipment for multiple levels. There is a very long metal slide down a long hill. Also four swings, one with a safety chain. Springers, horizontal bars, a large sandpit area, chain traverses, climbing and scrambling walls, stand on spinning discs, various ladders, monkey bars, fireman’s pole and rope climbing frames. All set in a large wooden fort type playground with undercover seating. BYO kites, bikes, skateboards, roller blades for fun on the paths and skate ramp.

This is a regular get-together that occurs on the 2nd Wednesday of each month (except School Holidays).

Email: rainbowdivas@gmail.com


9/8/2010

]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 105 Melbourne Home Education Conference Date: Saturday 11 September 2010
Venue: Presbyterian Church of Hawthorn, 580 Glenferrie Rd Hawthorn, Melbourne 3122,
Cost: $20 per family (including Grandparents) or $5.00 per session. If you are in genuine financial difficulty, please contact us, and we would love to help you to get to this conference.
Register and Map here: http://lifelonglearn...co/Welcome.html
Speakers: Craig Smith, Wendy Hill and Jonathan Field
Contact: Jonathan and Katie 03 9018 9286 2010-craig-smith-seminar@lifelonglearning.co
Programme:
9:00am Registration
9:15 Welcome & Notices
9:30-11:00 Keynote: Craig Smith “Home Education — Getting Things into Perspective”
11:00-11:30 Morning Tea (Drink and light refreshment provided)
11:30-1:00 Two electives
1. “Christian Dad’s Essential Role in Home Education” Craig Smith
2. “The Elements of Music” Wendy Hill
1:00-1:30 BYO lunch. Drinks provided.
1:30- 2:30 Two electives
1. “The Christian Imperative–Why all Christians Must Rescue Their Children From State Schools” Craig Smith
2. Teaching your children Christian World Views” Jonathan Field
2:30-3:00 Afternoon Tea (Drink and light refreshment provided)
3:00-4:00 Two electives
1. “Christian Parents Preventing and Changing Rebellion in a Child’s Heart” Craig Smith
2. “Teaching your children Foreign Languages” Jonathan Field
Conference ends/looking at stands
Stands at Conference:
Home Education Foundation: http://www.hef.org.nz
The Gift of Music: https://www.lem.com.au/thegiftofmusic
Life Long Learning: http://lifelonglearn...co/Welcome.html
plus possibly others
Please note that all sessions will be presented from a distinctly Biblical perspective, although all attendees are most welcome.
Conference website


9/11/2010

]]> Sat, 11 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 89 <![CDATA[Old Melb Goal Crime & Justice Tour]]> Tour starts in Old Melb Goal at 9:30am. One hour tour of goal. At 11am the children will participate in a re-enactment of the crown vs kelly trial where they are assigned characters for a minor or major part. One hour duration. At 1pm the children experience a tour through the watchouse where they are detained, searched and arrested. Strict age limit of 12 plus by tour operators. BYO snacks/lunch/drinks. $17.50 per child, $25 per adult. Develops knowledge of justice system, enhances learning for legal staudies and broadens knowledge of Australian history. Contact Amanda at theexcursionfactor@gmail.com for more information and/or bookings.


9/13/2010

]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 09:30:00 +0000 82 Ten Pin Bowling :goodluck: Get a Strike!!!


Ten Pin Bowling—Forest Hill AMF

Tuesday 14th September

Time: 11am

Location: Level 3 Forest Hill Chase, 270 Canterbury Road, Forest Hill

Cost: $8 per game (parents and youngun’s can play with ‘students’ too at the same rate!)

OK, this one is pretty self-explanatory... Come and enjoy a game or two of ten pin bowling.

Maximum numbers apply and this event will be waitlisted.

DID YOU KNOW?

 Bowling has been played since 5200 BC by the ancient Egyptians.

 It is believed that King Henry VIII once bowled with cannon balls.

 The first modern bowling ball was made from rubber and was introduced in 1905, replacing wooden balls.

 A ‘strike’ refers to knocking all ten pins on your first bowl.

 A ‘spare’ refers to knocking all ten pins on your second bowl.

 12 strikes make up a perfect game, with the highest possible score of 300.

 The term ‘turkey’ refers to three strikes in a row. Historically, the award for this impressive feat was in fact a live turkey!

 Bumper bowling was introduced in the 1980’s, helping young children keep their ball out of the gutter.

 Bowling shoes are designed to have no traction, allowing the all-important slide at the end of your ap-proach.

 A ‘pinsetter’ is the machine that sets the pins in their triangular formation. Before this machine was intro-duced, there was a human pinsetter responsible for their perfect alignment!

To book, email: hs.excursions@gmail.com


9/14/2010

]]> Tue, 14 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 106 Local Bushtucker - Gisborne VIC Have you ever burnt your tongue on Mountain Pepper leaves or made a tea from local mint?
Did you know there are native raspberries?
Yam daisies were once found all over Victoria, they look like dandelions and formed an important part of the indigenous people of Victoria's diet - like potatoes are eaten today.

A range of plants will be on display to touch, taste and smell.

Kirsty Skilbeck, environmental educator, will lead the discussion.

Join in after school at 4:15pm on
TUESDAY 14th September - Gisborne Library (03 5428 3962)

... PLEASE DO PHONE TO BOOK AS PLACES ARE LIMITED!!!!
This is a public event, not exclusive to homeschoolers.


9/14/2010

]]> Tue, 14 Sep 2010 06:45:00 +0000 136 Local Bushtucker - Woodend VIC Have you ever burnt your tongue on Mountain Pepper leaves or made a tea from local mint?
Did you know there are native raspberries?
Yam daisies were once found all over Victoria, they look like dandelions and formed an important part of the indigenous people of Victoria's diet - like potatoes are eaten today.

A range of plants will be on display to touch, taste and smell.

Kirsty Skilbeck, environmental educator, will lead the discussion.

Join in after school at 4:15pm on
WEDNESDAY 15th September - Woodend Library (03 5427 2074)

... PLEASE DO PHONE TO BOOK AS PLACES ARE LIMITED!!!!
This is a public event, not exclusive to homeschoolers.


9/15/2010

]]> Wed, 15 Sep 2010 06:45:00 +0000 137 <![CDATA[Melbourne Mum's Meet-Up September]]> Location to be arranged.


9/16/2010

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