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SUMMARY:ImOn ICE Homeschool Skating 2026-2027
DESCRIPTION:ImOn ICE Homeschool Skating 2026-2027\nImOn ICE Homeschool Skating 2026-2027 will be offered on Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30am (with a few exceptions) at the Cedar Rapids ImOn ICE. \nWHEN:\nAugust 25— December 15\, 2026\nNo session on December 22 or 29\nJanuary 5—March 9\, 2027\nNo session on March 16\nMarch 23 —May 25\, 2027 \nBroomball/ice skating will be offered on these dates:\nOctober 27\, November 17\, January 26\, and February 23. \nWHERE:\nImOn Ice\n1100 Rockford Rd SW\nCedar Rapids\, 52401 \n$7 per skater\n(Admission & Skate Rental) \nDates & Times Subject to Change
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/imon-ice-homeschool-skating-2026-2027/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:ImOn ICE Homeschool Skating\, 1100 Rockford Rd SW\, Cedar Rapids\, 52401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Wednesdays 2026
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Wednesdays 2026\nHomeschool Wednesdays 2026 are offered by Warren County Conservation on a Wednesday once a month at 10:00am. \nRemaining sessions in 2026 are:\nSeptember 16 Monarch Tagging\nOctober 14 Snakes\nNovember 18: Moon Phases \nAnnett Nature Center\n15565 118th Ave\nIndianola\, IA 50125 \nRegistration is required\, and will open one month before the date of each class session. \nMore Information:\nhttps://www.warrenccb.org/education/homeschool-wednesdays/
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/homeschool-wednesdays-2026/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Ave\, Indianola\, 50125\, United States
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UID:22022-1789637400-1789642800@homeschooliowa.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Ed-Ventures 2026
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Ed-Ventures 2026\nHomeschool Ed-Ventures 2026 are offered by Dickinson County Conservation on the 3rd Thursday from 9:30-11:00am. \nRemaining sessions in 2026 are:\nAugust 20 Pollinator Patrol\nSeptember 17: Outdoor Skills Day\nOctober 15: Pioneer at Pioneer Park\nNovember 19 Renewable vs. Nonrenewable\nDecember 17: STEM Day \nPlease note varied locations for these events.\nClick on the event date listing you are interested in for more information\, including location.
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/homeschool-ed-ventures-2026/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Dickinson County Nature Center\, 22785 Nature Center Road\, Okoboji\, IA\, 51355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lutheran Church of Hope Homeschool Connections
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Church of Hope Homeschool Connections\nLutheran Church of Hope Homeschool Connections is designed to help you build community\, make new friends\, and share the homeschooling journey with other families! All school-aged children and their parents are welcome\, with planned activities geared toward elementary-aged kids. Each month features a fun theme with engaging crafts and hands-on activities\, giving kids a chance to learn and create while families connect! \nWHEN: Third Monday (Sept. 21\, 2026-May 17\, 2027) at 10:00am \nWHERE: Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines \nFind more information here:\nhttps://wdm.lutheranchurchofhope.org/event/?id=865819
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/lutheran-church-of-hope-homeschool-connections/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Lutheran Church of Hope\, 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50266\, United States
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SUMMARY:Science Center of Iowa Homeschool Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Science Center of Iowa Homeschool Workshops\nWith hands-on activities for students and parents\, the Science Center of Iowa Homeschool Workshops offer a unique opportunity for homeschoolers to enhance their curriculum through STEM programming led by SCI staff. \nNEW in 2026: TWO workshop levels\, one for ages 5-14 and another for ages 11-18. \nKINDERGARTEN-8th GRADE WORKSHOPS \nWorkshops are scheduled 11:00am-Noon on Thursdays in October. Registration includes two concurrent workshops\, one for youth and one offered for their parents/caregivers\, exploring the day's theme. \n\nOctober 1: Brain Basics: Your Body's Control Center\nOctober 8: Neurons & Signals: How Your Brain Communicates\nOctober 15: Senses & Perception: Can You Trust Your Brain?\nOctober 22: Memory & Learning: Building a Better Brain\nOctober 29: Your Changing Brain: Emotions\, Decisions & Growth\n\nCost per student: \n\nMembers = $16 per workshop or $75 for full series package\nNon-Members = $26 or $125 for full series package\n\nCost for parents: No additional cost for parents that register for the workshop* \n*Only those that are registered\, both students and parents\, can attend the workshop. Children younger than 5 years old attending the workshop do not need to be registered. Registered participants receive admission to the Science Center of Iowa for the remainder of the day. \nAGES 11-18 WORKSHOPS \nWorkshops are scheduled 1:00-2:00pm on Thursdays in October. \nDesigned for older homeschool learners seeking a deeper STEM experience\, these workshops explore advanced science and engineering topics through project-based learning and authentic Innovation Lab experiences. \n\nOctober 1: Your Flexible Brain\nOctober 8: Focus & Attention Lab\nOctober 15: Stress\, Emotions & the Brain\nOctober 22: Brain\, Sleep & Performance\nOctober 29: Motivation & Mindset\n\nCost per student: \n\nMembers = $16 per workshop or $75 for full series package\nNon-Members = $26 or $125 for full series package\n\nFind complete information and registration forms here:\nhttps://www.sciowa.org/education/schools/homeschool-programs/
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/science-center-of-iowa-homeschool-workshops/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Science Center of Iowa\, 401 W Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50309\, United States
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SUMMARY:National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium Homeschool Day
DESCRIPTION:National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium Homeschool Days\nVisit the National Mississippi River Museum on Homeschool Days\, scheduled on the second Thursday of October\, November\, December\, January\, and February for discounted admission and special drop-in activities based on featured themes. No advance registration needed. \nPrice: $11.95 per youth | $16.95 per adult \nOctober 8\, 2026 \nNovember 12\, 2026 \nDecember 10\, 2026 \nJanuary 14\, 2027 \nFebruary 11\, 2027 \nVisit the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium Events Page for details.\nhttps://www.rivermuseum.org/events
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/national-mississippi-river-museum-homeschool-day/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium\, 350 East 3rd St\, Dubuque\, IA\, 52001\, United States
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Iowa Leader2Leader
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Iowa Leader2Leader\nHomeschool Iowa Leader2Leader provides a one-day collaborative event for leaders of homeschool support groups\, co-ops\, micro-schools\, and extra-curricular programs. \nWHEN: October 10\, 2026\, 9:00am-3:30pm\nWHERE: First Family Church\, Upstairs Venue\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA 50023 \nFind complete event details and registration form here:\nhomeschooliowa.org/events-page/leader2leader/
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/homeschool-iowa-leader2leader/
LOCATION:First Family Church\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, 50023\, United States
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Artisan Christmas Market
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Artisan Christmas Market\nYou're invited to the 5th Annual Homeschool Christmas Market!\n\nCome support area homeschool students in their entrepreneurial efforts. Shop a large variety of handcrafted goods just in time for holiday giving. There are a range of goods from natural wellness products to home decor to food and more! Don't miss this one-day opportunity.\n\nWHEN: Saturday\, November 14\, 2026\, 10am-2pm\nWHERE: Journey Church\, 700 East Olive St\, Marshalltown\n\nFree admission. Cash and cards accepted.\n\nFacebook Event Page HERE
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/homeschool-artisan-christmas-market/
LOCATION:Journey Church\, 700 East Olive St\, Marshalltown\, 50158\, United States
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Iowa Capitol Day
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Iowa Capitol Day\nJoin hundreds of homeschooling families from across Iowa for Homeschool Iowa Capitol Day event on March 15\, 2027\, at the State Capitol. \nRegister for this free event offering an entertaining and educational experience that also makes a huge impact. \nParticipate in family activities\, lawmaker contacts\, Capitol tours\, a rotunda rally\, and more! \nMore Information HERE
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/homeschool-iowa-capitol-day/
LOCATION:Iowa State Capitol\, 1007 E Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50319\, United States
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UID:19868-1809784800-1809792000@homeschooliowa.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Iowa Graduation Service
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Iowa Graduation Service\nCelebrate your homeschooled student's high school completion by participating in the Homeschool Iowa Graduation service on May 8\, 2027. Parents award diplomas at this beautiful service complete with all of the elements of a traditional commencement ceremony. \nThis memorable event will be held at Faith Baptist Bible College in Ankeny. Family and friends are welcome to attend. \nDetails and registration are available here.
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/homeschool-iowa-graduation-service/
LOCATION:Faith Baptist Bible College\, 1900 NW 4th St\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50023\, United States
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UID:19914-1812067200-1812239999@homeschooliowa.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Iowa Conference
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Iowa Conference\nExperience "the event of the year" for Iowa homeschooling families\, the Homeschool Iowa Conference on June 4-5\, 2027\, at the MidAmerican Energy RecPlex in West Des Moines. \nYou'll experience a fantastic weekend of excitement and encouragement at the 2026 Homeschool Iowa Conference event! \nCome away feeling not only informed and equipped\, but also refreshed and rejuvenated for your homeschool journey\, whether just starting out or a seasoned traveller. \nOur 2027 Conference will offer new ideas\, strategies\, vision\, and perspective. \nSoak in useful information from the outstanding speakers\, shop in the expansive exhibit hall\, and tap into the special tracks\, youth programs\, and other custom-designed programming for homeschooling families. \nFind more details here.
URL:https://homeschooliowa.org/event/homeschool-iowa-conference/
LOCATION:MidAmerican Energy RecPlex\, 6500 Grand Ave\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50266\, United States
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