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Why bother, you ask, to keep a listing of past events? This list may be of use to those who need to contact event organizers. For example: vendors who may want to show their wares at homeschool conferences and conventions, homeschool families who want to anticipate when the next year's conference may be, webmasters who are searching for links to update their own calendars for the following year. Links here either contain outdated information, or the page could be updated with newer events. Upcoming events are always listed on each region's own page and on the Calendar of Events.

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Alabama

CHEF's America's Christian Heritage
July 7 & 8, 2006, 18th Annual Home School Convention and Curriculum Fair, Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. Guest Speakers:
Diana Waring, Gary DeMar, and Dr. John Eidsmoe.

CHEF Home School Convention and Curriculum Fair
May 9 - 10, 2008. Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center. Keynote Speakers: Michael Farris and Phil Downer.

See also: Upcoming Events in Alabama

Alaska

APHEA Homeschool Convention
April 18 - 19, 1008. Birchwood Community Church, Chugiak. AK, 20 miles north of Anchorage. Keynote Speaker: "Little Bear" Wheeler.

See also: Upcoming Events in Alaska

Arizona

HENA 2008 Conference
March 1 - 2, 2008. Memorial Union on the ASU Tempe Campus. Keynote Speaker: John Taylor Gatto.

Home Schooling: A Better Education for Your Child
Thursday, May 8, 2008 7:00 p.m. Author Susanne Bain will meet with families looking into homeschooling at the Changing Hands Bookstore in Tempe, AZ.

AFHE Home Education Convention and Curriculum Fair NEW
July 18 - 19, 2008. Phoenix Convention Center, West. A variety of speakers and workshops for new homeschoolers and veterans alike.

HomeSchooling on the Superstition Farm
January 23, 2009. Mesa, AZ. This year we will showcase horse maintenance, care, and the life of a cowboy 's (or cowgirl 's) horse! Almost 300 came out in 2007 and 2008.

HENA 2009 Conference
March 7 - 8, 2009. Arizona State University, Memorial Union, Tempe Campus, Arizona. We are open to all and support families that homeschool. Children are welcome.

See also: Upcoming Events in Arizona

Arkansas

See also: Upcoming Events in Arkansas

California

CCHE Annual Seminar
March 18 - 19, 2005, Bayside Church, Roseville, CA. featuring Dr. John Mark Reynolds of Star Torrey Academy - BIOLA University and Hope Reynolds wife of Dr. Reynolds, an homeschooling mother.

California Homeschool Prom
Friday, April 22, 2005. Decathalon Club, Santa Clara, CA. Homeschooler ages 14-19 and their guests (same ages) are invited.

Home School Days at LegoLand
Home School Field Trip days include a resource guide and full day admission to LEGOLAND at $15 per person (limit 6 admissions). Available select Mondays: Sept. 13, Oct. 4, Nov. 8, Jan. 10, Feb. 7, Mar. 14, Apr. 11 and May 9, 2005. Advanced registration is required 2 weeks in advance. No special offer tickets available at front gate.

Homeschool Days at Seaworld San Diego
Home schools are invited to participate in our IFT program
on the first Monday of the month. Offered the first Monday of the month, October through May. Group rates available for 10+.

SCOPE Home Education Conference & Curriculum Fair
June 3 - 4, 2005. Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church, Fair Oaks, California. Christian conference.

CHN's 2005 Family Expo
June 10 - 11, 2005. The Riverside Convention Center in Riverside. features programs for adults and teens, family events that include the children, and opportunities where parents can meet to discuss the challenges of homeschooling. $20 now, $30 later. Sign up now for the Graduation Ceremony. The deadline is March 31, 2005.

Christian Home Educators Convention
July 8 - 10, 2005. Ontario Convention Center.

Homeschool Outdoor Science School at Mount Hermon
February, 2006. I would like to share with you a fantastic opportunity for you and your family to attend a week of Christian Outdoor Science School at Mount Hermon, a beautiful camp and conference center located in the redwoods near Santa Cruz, California.

David Albert in Northern California
San Francisco - Friday February 24, 2006
Los Gatos/San Jose - Saturday February 25, 2006
In addition to being a Home Education Magazine columnist, David has written And the Skylark Sings with Me, Homeschooling and the Voyage of Self-Discovery, Have Fun. Learn Stuff. Grow.: Homeschooling and the Curriculum of Love, and other books.

Bay Area Christian Home Educators Convention
April 21 - 22, 2006. Santa Clara Convention Center. Loads of speakers and workshops. Large vendor hall.

SCOPE Conference
June 2 - 3, 2006. Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church, Fair Oaks, CA. Theme: Lead a Quiet Life.

XXIII Annual Christian Home Educators Convention
July 7 - 9, 2006. Exhibitor information only available at this time.

CHN's Family Expo
August 4 - 5, 2006. Ontario, CA. Homeschooling families from around the state meet to have fun and learn together.

Entrepreneur Days
August 25-27, 2006  Los Angeles, CA, Learn How to Bring Dad Home & What to Teach Your Teens about Home Business.

SCOPE Homeschool Conference & Curriculum Fair
June 1 - 2, 2007. Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church. Theme: Romans 12:2.

Southern California Catholic Home Educators Conference & Curriculum Fair
June 23, 2007. Saint Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, Chino Hills. The conference and fair consists of speakers, exhibitors, and a congenial Catholic atmosphere.

Christian Home Educators Convention
July 12 - 14, 2007. Long Beach Convention Center.

CHN's 2007 Family Expo
August 10-12, 2007 at the Ontario Marriott Hotel. The first 100 CHN members who reserve Marriott hotel rooms for both Friday and Saturday nights will be offered 50% off their registration for the expanded three-day Expo-it will be only $15/person.

HomeSchool Association of California Conference 2007
August 16-19, 2007
, The Radisson Hotel, Sacramento, CA. Keynotes: Mary Griffith, Cafi Cohen & Sandra Dodd.

CHEA Convention
April 11 - 12, 2008. Santa Clara Convention Center.
July 10 - 12, 2008. Long Beach Convention Center. Ken Ham, Keynote Speaker.

SCOPE Conference and Curriculum Fair
May 30 - 31, 2008. Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church. Keynote speaker: Sally Clarkson from Whole Heart Ministries.

CHEFA Convention NEW
June 6 - 7, 2008. Riverpark Bible Church, Fresno, CA. Speakers include: Israel Wayne, Mercy Hope, John Walsh, Bethany Bennett, Susan Stewart and Kevin Shaw.

Tri Counties Home Education Network 2008 Convention
June 27 - 28, 2008. "Staying the Course". Santa Rosa Bible Church. Featured Speaker Richard "Little Bear" Wheeler.

CHEA Convention
July 10 - 12, 2008. Long Beach Convention Center. Ken Ham, Keynote Speaker.

CHN Family Expo
August 1 - 3, 2008. Ontario Marriott Hotel. "Trust the Parents!" In addition to featured speakers, this homeschool conference features sessions for adults and teens, family activities that include the children, and opportunities where parents can discuss the challenges of homeschooling.


HSC Conference

August 14 - 17, 2008. Radisson Hotel in Sacramento. Please take a look around to see some of the highlights for the 2008 Conference. Come meet me there ~ Ann Zeise.

Homeschool Days at the Charles M. Schulz Museum
January 21, 2009. Beethoven and Charles Schulz. Santa Rosa, CA.

Free Homeschool Seminar
January 24, 2009. The Gifted Children Program of San Francisco Regional Mensa (SFRM) and the Gifted Homeschoolers Forum (GHF) will co-sponsor this free seminar from 10 am to 2 pm at Baywood Learning Center in Oakland.

It's a MORP!
May 30, 2009. A backwards prom! Downtown Anaheim Community Center. For Homeschooled Teens & their guests, ages 12 to 19 (recent grads okay). Special early bird price, if payment is received by Feb. 28, is $12.50.

Homeschool Discovery Day
June 6, 2009. Presented by Diane Keith of Homefires and Tammy Takahashi, author of Deschooling Gently." Unitarian Fellowship Hall, Redwood City.

See also: Upcoming Events in California

Colorado

Rocky Mountain Catholic Home Educators Conference
June 21 - 23, 2007. Holiday Inn Denver International Airport, John Q. Hammonds Event Center, Denver. Keynote Speakers: Elizabeth Foss, Author of Real Learning: Education in the Heart of the Home. Kelly Roper, Consultant for Mother of Divine Grace, homeschool mother of 8.

Standardized Testing in Colorado Springs
March 31, 2008. Deadline to sign up for the Iowa Test of Basic Skills for 9th and 11th grades on April 16-17, 2008 in Colorado Springs.

June 5 - 7, 2008. Theme: "My Cup Overflows." Speakers include; Bishop Michael Sheridan, Holly Pierlot, Ginny Seuffert, Fr. Antoine Thomas and Eric Genuis.

Born Again Used Books ' 10th Homeschool Book Fair
Saturday, June 6, 2009. 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Absolutely Free for Sellers and Buyers. 1529 North Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80909. 719-528-8622.

SPICE Curriculum Fair and Conference
Saturday, June 13, 2009. Appleton Christian Church in Grand Junction. The main purpose for this event will be for Homeschool Families to sell curriculum that they are no longer using to other homeschooling families. This year we are reserving some tables for New Curriculum Vendors as well as several Conference Sessions.

See also: Upcoming Events in Colorado

Connecticut

CHN FAIR: Homeschooling In Connecticut
Saturday, June 4, 2005. Co-sponsored with Middlesex Community College, Middletown, CT. We have plans for speakers, workshops for children and adults, our annual used book donations, and various representatives from CT museums,and businesses will be invited, that offer educational opportunities for homeschoolers. Children are welcome.

TEACH Homeschool Convention and Curriculum Fair
June 8 - 9, 2007. The First Cathedral, Bloomfield, CT. Our speakers come prepared to communicate, encourage, and inspire parents in their commitment to the Lord, their families and to home education.

2008 TEACH Convention
June 13 & 14, 2008. The First Cathedral, Bloomfield, CT. Keynote Speakers: Diana Waring, Phil and Paul Downer, and Betty Statnick.

See also: Upcoming Events in Connecticut

Delaware

Florida

Pinellas County's 4th Annual Jr-Sr Prom
April 23, 2004. Surfin ' The Fifties (50's/60's Theme), at the beautiful Gulfport Casino Ballroom. For Juniors and Seniors.

HomeSchool Spring Prom 2004
April 30, 2004. "A Twighlight Evening on the Bay" This is a formal event for anyone in the Tampa Bay and Central Florida area, high school (9th-12th) and homeschool Alumni.

National Christian Homeschool Conference
September 3 - 5 , 2004. Orlando World Center Marriott. Not clear to me who is putting this event on. If you know, please email me.

Tampa Bay Homeschool Prom 2005
Friday, April 8, 2005. "Night Under the Galaxy" This formal event is for homeschooled highschoolers (9th grade and up) in the Tampa Bay and Central Florida area and homeschool alumni. The Rusty Pelican, Tampa, FL.

The 2005 Jr-Sr Prom "View in Venice"
Friday, April 22, 2005. 8pm-Midnight  at the Beautiful Gulfport Casino Ballroom, Gulfport Beach, FL This Prom is for 11th & 12th grade students and their guests only. Homeschool Alumni are welcome as well!

LIFE Fest 2005
April 29 - 30, 2005, in the Central Brevard Library in Cocoa, FL. A non-vendor event, FREE and open to all, with tons of give-aways, interesting workshops, great speakers, terrific presentations focused on making learning exciting and fun. We 'll also be holding our annual Book Swap.

Daytona Speedway Homeschoolers Day
January 19 - 20, 2006. $16 special package pricing. Link above is order form. Tickets must be paid for in advance. Price includes tour, a simple lunch, and other discounts. Daytona Beach, FL.

PPEA Homeschool Conference
January 28, 2006. First Baptist Pinellas Park 5495 Park Blvd Pinellas Park, FL, COST: $2 for PPEA Members (Spouse Free) $10 for Non-Members (Spouse Free)

10th Annual South Florida Homeschool Prom
Friday, April 21, 2006. Pirates of the Caribbean, The Signature Grand. Davie, FL.

The South Florida Christian Homeschool Prom A Night at Tiffany's
Friday, May 5, 2006. Broward Christian Homeschoolers, The Club at Emerald Hills, Hollywood, Florida

FPEA Florida Homeschool Convention
May 25 - 27, 2006. Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee. Incredible speakers as well as an exhibit hall filled with the best available homeschool materials.

Homeschool Orientation - Getting Started & Staying on Course
August 5, 2006. Presented by The Broward Christian Homeschoolers. First Baptist Church of West Hollywood in Baptist Towers. No charge, except for lunch.

11th Annual South Florida Homeschool Prom 2007
Friday, May 4, 2007, Presents "A Night in India", 7:00 pm ­ midnight, The Signature Grand, 6900 State Road 84 Drive

Broward Christian Homeschoolers
May 18, 2007. Presents The South Florida Christian Homeschool Prom Emerald City.

HERI Convention 2007
July 12 - 14, 2007. Keynote Speakers: Todd Wilson, Familyman Ministries; Debbie Strayer, Former Editor Homeschooling Today; Valerie Bendt, Author.

2007 South-Florida Homeschool Orientation
Saturday, August 4, 2007. "Homeschooling Is So Much More". Trinity Lutheran Church, Pembroke Pines. Free. A day of encouragement, informative speakers, curriculum vendors, and door prizes! Presented by the Broward Christian Homeschoolers.

Disney World Homeschool Days
January 14 - 15, 2008 and September 13 - 19, 2008. Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando Florida. See flyer for details.

Coastal Florida Curriculum Fair
February 29 - March 1, 2008. Central Assembly of God, Vero Beach. Keynote Speaker: John Stonestreet. Executive Director, Summit Ministries.

South Florida Homeschool Convention
Saturday, April 12, 2008. Over now, but stop by to see the photos before I remove this link!

FPEA Homeschool Convention
May 22 - 24, 2008. Rosen Shingle Creek Resort, Orlando. Graduation Ceremony. John Walsh: Stories That Teach.

Ultimate Field Trip 2008
September 1 - 7, 2008. We 'd like to invite all homeschoolers to join us at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida for the Ultimate Field Trip 2008 brought to you exclusively by 3D Travel Company, where we help you make the most out of the best Disney has to offer.

LIFE Fest 2008
September 20, 2008. Eckerd College Conference Center and Lodge, St. Petersburg, FL. We 'll have a variety of great vendors, lots of free materials, great workshops,door prizes and raffles, and a fun and educational children's area with art and animals, all adding up to a full and exciting day.

2009 SW Florida Homeschool Conference
March 6 - 7, 2009. First Assembly of God Church, Fort Myers, Florida. A used curriculum sale will take place in conjunction with the conference.

South Florida Homeschool Convention
April 18, 2009. Signature Grand. We are thrilled to announce that our Keynote Speaker will be Andrew Pudewa, Director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing.

See also: Upcoming Events in Florida

Georgia

2005 Southeast Homeschool Expo
July 28-30, 2005. Cobb Galleria, Atlanta. A two-day Expo devoted entirely to the display, sale and discussion of educational materials with entire exhibit hall displays of materials by the best Christian, secular and specialty publishers.

Genesis Home Educators Scholastic Book Fair
July 28-30, 2005. Teamon Baptist Church, Griffin, GA. Come check out your favorite books. Clifford the Big Red Dog will be there everyday from 1-4pm. Everyday we will have drawings for free books, contests, free snacks for the kids & face painting. The selection of books will be for grades K-8th. We will have thousands of Scholastic Books at discounted Book Fair Prices.

GHEA's 2006 Conference
May 4 - 6, 2006. Featuring: Reb Bradley, Richard (Little Bear) Wheeler, Sharon Grimes, Jane (Backyard Scientist) Hoffman.

2006 Southeast Homeschool Expo
July 27 - 29, 2006, Cobb Galleria, Atlanta, Georgia. At perhaps no other time do homeschooling families feel a need to rejuvenate than those weeks before beginning a new school year. We 'd like to suggest a perfect opportunity for lifting your spirits, renewing your vision and sharpening your teaching skills as a homeschooler.

CGCHE Curriculum Fair
June 7 - 9, 2007. Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, GA. Cost is $ 7.00 Per Family Before May 25, 2007: $10.00 Per Family at the door. No registration cost if selling books just fee of 10% based on your total sales.

North Georgia Catholic Homeschool Conference
July 28, 2007. St. Andrews Catholic Church, on the banks of the famous Chattahoochee River in Roswell, Georgia, the conference will give you a full day of insights, resources, fellowship, and spiritual refreshment.

Southeast Homeschool Expo
August 3 - 4, 2007. Cobb Galleria, Atlanta, Georgia. A two-day Expo devoted entirely to the display, sale and discussion of educational materials with entire exhibit hall displays of materials by the best Christian, secular and specialty publishers.

GHEA Conference
May 1 - 2, 2008. Georgia International Convention Center, Atlanta, GA. Christian convention with lots of speakers.

CGCHE Curriculum Fair
June 13 - 14, 2008. Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, GA. Christian materials and college reps.

Southeast Homeschool Expo
July 25 - 26, 2008. Cobb Galleria, Atlanta, Georgia. A two-day Expo devoted entirely to the display, sale and discussion of educational materials with entire exhibit hall displays of materials by the best Christian, secular and specialty publishers.

Homeschool Days at Wahsega 4-H Center
April 20 - 22, 2009. Homeschool families can register directly with Wahsega to sign up for a 3-day, 2-night field study. During your visit, you'll stay in rustic cabins, eat meals in our historic dining hall, and participate in memorable and educational field study classes. The deadline for registration is March 20, 2009.

CGCHE Curriculum Fair
June 11 - 13, 2009. McGill Building at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, GA. More information will be available beginning in February 2009, so please check back.

See also: Upcoming Events in Georgia

Hawaii

CHOH Conference and Curriculum Fair
March 14- 15, 2008. Kalihi Union Church, Honolulu. Keynote: Kevin Swanson. Workshop Speaker: Mary Schofield.

2009 CHOH CONFERENCE
February 27 - 28, 2009. "Building a Heritage." Kalihi Union Church, Honolulu, Hawaii. Keynote speaker: Todd Wilson, author of Help! I 'm Married to a Homeschooling Mom.

See also: Upcoming Events in Hawaii

Idaho

Illinois

ICHE's 2006 Annual State Convention
May 18-20, 2006, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL. Keynote Speakers: Randy and Lisa Wilson.

Illinois Catholic Homeschool Conference and Vendor Fair
Friday and Saturday, May 19-20, 2006. Teaching the Truth, University of St. Francis, Joliet, IL.

ICHE's 19th Annual Southern Illinois Home School Seminar & Curriculum Fair
June 2 - 3, 2006, Aldersgate Methodist Church, Marion, IL.

Northside Unschoolers Group 3rd Chicago Unschoolers Workshop
Saturday, September 9, 2006 at the Portage Park Center for the Arts. The keynote address will be given by Kathy Wentz. The purpose of Chicago Unschoolers Workshop is to provide Chicago area families with information and support for unschooling.

InHome Conference
February 23 - 24, 2007. The Sheraton Chicago Northwest, Arlington Heights. Make hotel reservations by Feb 1. 100's of children and adult workshops featuring some of the most talented, knowledgeable, and committed individuals in the homeschooling movement today.

Association of Peoria Area Christian Home Educators Convention
April 13 - 14, 2007. Featuring Keynote Speakers: Diana Waring & Steve and Annie Chapman.

WPA's Home Education Conference
May 4 - 5, 2007, Gruenhagen Conference Center, Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Save $20 by being a WPA member and registering by April 14.

2007 ICHE Annual State Convention Information
May 24 - 26, 2007. Pheasant Run Resort. n the midst of the beautiful facility, you will meet and hear dynamic speakers with a fresh, powerful message. Christian.

Association of Peoria Area Christian Home Educators Convention
April 11 - 12, 2008. Peoria Civic Center. Keynote Speakers: Steve & Jane Lambert. Jane is the author and developer of the award-winning home school curriculum Ôø‡Five in a RowÔø‡.

ICHE Annual State Convention
June 5 - 7, 2008. Calvary Church in Naperville. On-line registration and mail-in registration ended May 20th. If you haven 't registered, you can register at the door.

2009 Central Illinois Convention of Christian Home Educators
March 27-28, 2009. Sponsored by the Association of Peoria Area Christian Home Educators (APACHE). Keynote Speaker Todd Wilson of Family Man Ministries.

2009 ICHE State Convention
June 4 - 6, 2009. Calvary Church in Naperville. Keynote speakers: Tedd Tripp, Jessica Hulcy, Chris Klicka, and Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer.

See also: Upcoming Events in Illinois

Indiana

2004 Southwestern Indiana Home Educators Homeschool Conference
April 23-24, 2004. Mark Hamby, Keynote Speaker, Christian Fellowship Church, Evansville, Indiana.

Register now for the Indiana Homeschool Association Lions Football team
Contact us before July 9th if you are interested in playing football with other homeschoolers, grades 6-12 (Full JV and Varsity programs). For information, please email Jason Spink (Head Coach) at or call 317-418-0048.

SEICHE Bright Information Fair
August 19, 2004. The Dearborn County Fairgrounds

CharlotteMason Seminar
Saturday, October 16, 2004 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Bread of Life, 7510 E. County Road 100 N., Avon, IN. Inclusive, multimedia homeschool seminar presented by Penny Gardner, author of Charlotte Mason Study Guide. Get a $15 coupon if pre-registered by September 2! For more information, agenda, and registration form, visit our website.

2005 Homeschool Prom
Friday, May 06, 2005. For Indiana State Christian Homeschooled Teens, 9th through 12th Grades. Ritz Charles, Carmel, Indiana. Theme: "Tropical Nights."

Used Curriculum and Book Sale
Saturday, June 25, 2005. Aletheia Fellowship and Ministry Center, 2502 Faith Drive, Anderson, IN. Sponsored by HomeSchools United, Inc. This is a cash only event.

Apostolic Homeschool Conference
April 29, 2006, Edinburgh, Indiana. Our speakers focus on teaching parents to train up the next generation to become strong and capable Christian men and women. Early bird registration up to April 10th.

Michiana Christian Homeschool Convention
March 9 - 10, 2007. Bethel College Mishawaka, IN. This year's Main Speaker will be Dr. S.M. Davis.

Home Educators Convention
March 23 - 24, 2007. IAHE's theme for this year is "Clarifying the Vision." Keynote speaker; Kevin Swanson.

SWIHE Homeschool Convention
April 20 - 21,  2007. Christian Fellowship Church, Evansville, IN. Keynote Speaker: John Stonestreet.

Michiana Christian Homeschool Convention
April 4 - 5, 1008. Bethel College Mishawaka, IN.

SWIHE 14th Annual Homeschool Convention
April 4 - 5, 1008. Christian Fellowship Church in Evansville, IN. Keynote Speaker: Todd Wilson, Family Man Ministries.

Home Educators Convention
April 18 - 19, 2008. This year's theme is "Embracing the Vision." Keynote Speaker: Norm Wakefield. Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis.

SWIHE 15th Annual Homeschool Convention
March 13 - 14, 2009. At Christian Fellowship Church in Evansville, IN. Keynote Speaker: James and Stacy McDonald, Family Reformation.

See also: Upcoming Events in Indiana

Iowa

Home Learning Resources
June 11, 2005. Dedicated to connecting Home Educators  and Teachers to Curriculum/Book/Craft Venders. Northwest Community/Senior Center, Des Moines, IA

Remembering Our Past. Protecting Our Future
June 9 - 10, 2006. Iowa's 2006 14th Annual Home Educator's Conference and Curriculum Exhibit Hall. Presented by The Network of Iowa Christian Home Educators.

NICHE Home Educators' Conference
June 8-9, 2007. "Cast the Vision" Featured Speakers:Mike Farris, Kevin Swanson, James and Stacy McDonald, Joyce Herzog, and Scott Woodruff.

NICHE Home Educators' Conference
June 6 - 7, 2008. The First Federated Church, Des Moines.

Home Learning Resources Sale and Conference
April 18, 2009. Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, West Des Moines, IA. "Who We Are" will be the theme of our 2009 conference. Speakers include: Kelly and Maureen Stone, Ed Dickerson, Mary Lynn Carvour, and more.

NICHE Home Educators ' Conference
June 5 - 6, 2009. First Federated Church (City?). Featured Speaker: Voddie Baucham.

See also: Upcoming Events in Iowa

Kansas

Midwest Parent Educators Conference
April 22-23, 2005. Overland Park Convention Center. Keynote speaker is Doug Phillips of Vision Forum

TPA Homeschool Conference 2005
June 3-4, 2005. Century II Expo Hall, Wichita. It will include keynote speakers, a plethora of workshops, and a full house in the Exhibitors Hall. 

2009 TPA Convention
May 29 - 30, 2009. Wichita. Our keynote speakers will be Chris Klicka and James and Stacy McDonald.

See also: Upcoming Events in Kansas

Kentucky

CHEK Conference: Continuing Our Home School Heritage
July 11 - 12, 2008. Valley View Church, Louisville, KY. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Brian Ray.

The MidWest Homeschool Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio features a huge homeschool curriculum exhibit hall.
MidWest Homeschool Convention

April 16 - 18, 2009. Cincinnati, Ohio. We are now hard at work putting together a simply fantastic group of Speakers and Exhibitors for 2009.

Christian Home Education Network Homeschool Book Sale & Workshops
June 6, 2009. Gateway Park Community Center, Liberty, KY. Homeschooling families are invited to bring their used books to sell. Featured workshops: Homeschooling Your High Schooler - Larissa Tomlin, and Special Needs - Brian Moore.

See also: Upcoming Events in Kentucky

Louisiana

CHEFLA Annual Convention and Book Fair
April 22 - 23, 2005. Home Schooling: An Anchor in the Storm, SLU University Center Hammond, LA

HEF Annual Convention
July 13 - 14, 2007. Greenwell Spring Baptist Church. City not stated.

CHEF Leadership Meeting
January 31, 2009. Louisiana College. Cost for Lunch $ 15.00 per person. This meeting is for all group leaders or anyone interested in leadership.

CHEFofLA 2009 Convention
April 24 - 25, 2009. It's a Family Affair. Greenwell Springs Baptist Church, Greenwell Springs, LA. Keynote Speakers: Steve Demme and Carol Barnier.

See also: Upcoming Events in Louisiana

Maine

Homeschoolers of Maine Convention 2005
April 8 & 9, 2005, Summit Conference Center, Sunday River in Bethel, Maine. From our nationally known speakers and helpful and practical workshops, to our exhibit hall and used curriculum hall, you are sure to find what will help you.

Homeschoolers of Maine presents: Getting Started in Homeschooling
June 2, 2007 at 2:00pm At the HOME Office in Hope, Maine. Are you just beginning to homeschool? Are you researching the option for your family? Plan to attend an upcoming workshop.

See also: Upcoming Events in Maine

Homeschoolers of Maine: Getting Started in Homeschooling
January 5, 2008. Are you just beginning to homeschool? Are you researching the option for your family? Plan to attend an upcoming workshop! HOME Office in Hope, ME.

Maryland

MACHE State Curriculum Fair
April 22 - 23, 2005 at the Frederick County Fairgrounds in Frederick. MACHE members attend the Fair for FREE!!

AHSG Curriculum Fair & Workshops NEW
June 14, 2005. You won't want to miss the Annual AHSG Curriculum Fair and Workshops in Arnold, Maryland.

AHSG Curriculum Fair
June 7, 2007, at Broadneck EP church in Arnold. A Christian group in Anne Arundel County.

2007 MHEA Conference
September 29, 2007.

2008 Maryland State Home School Curriculum Fair
April 18 - 19, 2008. Frederick County Fairgrounds, Frederick, MD. Over 200 booths. FOUR Full Exhibit Halls of Your Favorite Curriculum Vendors. Sponsored by The Maryland Association of Christian Home Educators.

Annual AHSG Curriculum Fair & Workshops
April 3, 2008. Broadneck Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Arnold, MD. It's a wonderful opportunity for you to purchase used and new educational materials, sell your curricula you're no longer using, get encouraged in a variety of workshops, or just enjoy fellowship with other Christian homeschoolers.

MACHE Annual State Curriculum Fair
April 17 & 18, 2009 at Frederick Fairgrounds. Over 200 booths - four full exhibit halls of your favorite curriculum vendors.

See also: Upcoming Events in Maryland

Massachusetts

Whole Education Without Schooling Conference
Saturday, May 15, 2004, Sponsored by AHEM. West Medford Congregational Church, Medford, MA. Join Advocates for Home Education in Massachusetts for a dynamic and provocative afternoon of ideas, film and discussion, including the Massachusetts premiere of the documentary "Grown Without Schooling."

2005 New England Homeschool & Family Learning Conference
July 15 - 16, 2005. Boxborough Woods Holiday Inn. · This homeschooling conference is one of the oldest and most respected conferences in New England. Widely known as the "Boxborough" conference, it has helped families from all over the New England states, the northeast and beyond for over a decade.

The Learning In Our Own Way Conference
August 12 - 14, 2005 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Woburn, MA. Presented by Pat Farenga. Keynotes and workshops by Thomas Armstrong and John Taylor Gatto.

Home Learners' Fall Fair
Saturday, November 5, 2005, 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM, West Medford Congregational Church, 400 High St (Route 60), Medford. Free. For more information call 617-924-4597.

MassHOPE Christian Homeschool Convention
April 28 - 29, 2006. Worcester's own DCU Center will serve once again as the host facility for our annual convention, in the heart of the Commonwealth. And once again we will welcome top name speakers, and dozens of vendors from across the nation.

Saturday Evening Spring Social
May 6, 2006. Eat, Drink, Chat, Schmooze, and Support a Good Cause. Congregational Church of West Medford. Book swap. Dinner and dancing. Entertainment by Teenaged Homeschoolers plus a Recognition Ceremony.

A Massachusetts Home School Formal
May 13, 2006. "A Night at the Movies" theme. Acton, MA.

New England Homeschool & Family Learning Conference
July 14 - 15, 2006, Boxborough Woods Holiday Inn, 242 Adams Place, Boxborough.

Homeschoolers' Day at the Spellman Museum
Friday, December 8, 2006. Click on link for details. Tour of the gallery. History of Stamps and the Post Office. Using stamps and maps to learn geography. Arts & crafts using stamps. 235 Wellesley Street at Regis College, Weston MA. 781-768-7343.

Museum & Community Education Expo
September 28, 29 & 30, 2007. Holiday Inn Boxborough Woods, Boxborough, MA. Presented by the Family Resource Center. The theme of the 2007 event will be the Ed-Venture Railroad Espress with all attendees eagerly awaiting their various destinations!

AHEM Spring Social
April 12, 2008. Park Avenue Congregational Church, Arlington, MA. Graduation ceremony, meal, dancing, book sale, and silent auction.

Whole Education Without Schooling: Family, Community, Freedom
Saturday, October 11, 2008, 9:30 AM Ôø‡ 3:30 PM. Park Avenue Congregational Church, 50 Paul Revere Rd., Arlington, MA. The morning will feature a panel of homeschooling parents, and the afternoon will have a panel of grown homeschoolers. Lunch time focus groups. There will be plenty of time for questions and networking. Admission $20.

MassHOPE Christian Homeschool Convention
April 24 - 25, 2009. DCU Center in Worcester. Keynote speakers: Phil Downer and Dr. Jay Wile.

New England Catholic Homeschool Conference
June 6, 2009. St. George Parish, Chicopee, MA. We promise a full, energizing, helpful conference with Speakers youÔø‡ll want to hear and lots of vendors.

See also: Upcoming Events in Massachusetts

Michigan

UP Home Educators Conference
April 23, 2005. Escanaba. Keynote Speaker - Terri Camp. "Early Bird" discount is available for registrations postmarked by April 9, 2005.

F.I.R.E. 2005 Hands-On Family Camp
Come to Michigan for our family vacation summer camp and enjoy a fun-filled week of hands-on projects, outdoor adventure, evening concerts, and great fellowship! August 29 - September 2, 2005.

Michigan Home Education Convention
May 4 - 5, 2007. Lansing. Keynote speaker Norm Wakefield.

Michigan Home Education Convention
May 2 - 3, 2008. Location unspecified. New Topics for Every Home Schooling Family - Beginners & Experienced.

Catholic Homeschool Conference & Vendor Fair
April 24 - 25, 2009. "Celebrate the Faith!." Tommy Thompson Youth Center, West Allis, WI. Keynote Speakers: Most Reverend William P. Callahan, Auxiliary Bishop of Milwaukee; and Mr. Andrew Pudewa, founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing.

Michigan Home Education Convention
May 15 - 16, 2009. Christian convention. More information coming.

See also: Upcoming Events in Michigan

Minnesota

The Heart of Homeschooling
April 16 & 17, 2004. MACHE's 19th Annual Homeschool Conference at the DECC in Duluth, MN.

Seventh-Annual Minnesota Catholic Home Education Conference and Curriculum Fair
June 3 - 4, 2005. Family, Become What You Are! University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Ray Guarendi Host of "The Doctor is in!" Radio Program. Featured Presenter: Holly Pierlot, Author of "A Mother's Rule of Life"

MHA 2005 Annual Conference
October 1, 2005. at the New Brighton Family Services Center (home of the Eagle's Nest) Featuring a keynote speech by renouned author and speaker David Albert. Additionally featuring Grace Llewellyn.

Catholic Home Education Conference and Curriculum Fair
June 2-3, 2006.

See also: Upcoming Events in Minnesota

Mississippi

MHEA 2009 Spring Conference
May 15 - 16, 2009. Mississippi State University, Starkville, Mississippi. More information coming soon.

See also: Upcoming Events in Mississippi

Missouri

FHE Conference
June 4-5, 2004. 2004 Blue Ridge Bible Church and Christian School, Kansas City, MO.

Home Educators Curriculum Book Sale
June 26, 2004 at 10 am to 1 pm at the Raymondville Park, Directly in front of the Raymondville Fair Ground on Hwy B.

Christian Home Educators Fellowship Conference & Curriculum Fair
June 21 - 22, 2005. St. Charles Convention Center.

Live and Learn Unschooling Conference
October 6 - 9, 2005. St. Louis, MO. Picture a long weekend where you and your children won't be asked "So, what curriculum do you use?"

Greater St. Louis Area Home Educators Expo
March 30 - April 1, 2006. West County Assembly of God, Chesterfield,  MO. This event will have nationally known speakers recognized in the homeschool community.  There will also be vendors from all across the country displaying the newest and best they have to offer for learning and support for your family homeschool.

Greater St. Louis Area Home Educators Expo
March 29 - 31 2007. West County Assembly of God, 13431 North Outer Forty Road, Chesterfield,  MO. This event will have nationally known speakers recognized in the homeschool community.

Catholic Homeschool Conference
March 31, 2007. Cardinal Rigali Center, 20 Archbishop May Drive, St. Louis MO. Featured speaker: Holly Pierlot. Join us for a day of exciting and informative discussions designed to introduce and educate Catholic families to the endless possibilities of homeschooling.

Discovery Center of Springfield Homeschool Days
April 3 & 12, 2007. 10 am - 3 pm. Homeschoolers can register for 1/2 day or full day. Reduce Re-use & Recycle, Pollution, Water Wonders and Alternative Energy, are all part of the excitement for the day. Pre-registration and pre-payment required.  Check the website or call 862-9910 x 706.

SHEM Convention
April 26 - 28, 2007. The 2007 convention will be moving to our new home at the Expo Center, located in beautiful Jordan Valley Park in downtown Springfield.

CHEF Conference and Curriculum Fair
June 18 - 20, 2007. St. Charles Convention Center. Keynote Speakers: Steve Clark, homeschool dad; Lorrie Flem. publisher of TEACH; Brannon Howse, founder of American Family Policy Institute and Worldview Weekend.

2007 Homeschool ALUMNI National Reunion
July 19 - 22, 2007. South East Missouri (Poplar Bluff). For HSC members only - a fundamentalist Christian organization.

Worlds of Fun Homeschool Day
Friday, August 24, 2007. Great discounts on admission tickets and a meal option. Home School Day is the perfect opportunity to experience 235 acres of the region's greatest collection of wet and dry attractions. Kansas City. If you have any questions, please contact Jeff at 816-303-5127 or by e-mail .

2008 SHEM Annual Home Educators Convention
April 24-26, 2008
. Springfield Expo Center. Keynote Speakers: Bob and Tina Farewell.

2008 Catholic Homeschool Conference
March 15, 2008. Cardinal Rigali Center, St. Louis MO. Featured Speaker: Danielle Bean. Sponsored by The St. Louis Catholic Homeschool Association.

Greater St. Louis Area Home Educators Expo
April 10 - 12, 2008. First Evangelical Free Church of St Louis County, Manchester, MO. This event will have nationally known speakers recognized in the homeschool community. There will also be vendors from all across the country.

SHEM Annual Home Educators Convention
April 24 - 26, 2008. Springfield Expo Center. Keynote Speakers: Bob and Tina Farewell.

Greater St. Louis Area Home Educators Expo
March 26 - 28, 2009. Featured Speakers: Dr. Jay Wile of Apologia Educational Ministries; Ray, Charlene & John Notgrass of the Notgrass Co.; Dr. Stephen Guffanti of Rocket Phonics.

Catholic Homeschool Conference
April 3 - 4, 2009. St. Louis Catholic Homeschool Association presenting. Featured Speaker: Susie Lloyd. Join us for a day of exciting and informative discussions designed to introduce and educate Catholic families to the endless possibilities of homeschooling. Cardinal Rigali Center, St. Louis MO 63119.

SHEM Annual Home Education Convention
April 23 - 25, 2009. University Plaza, Springfield. Featured Speakers: James & Stacey MacDonald, Dr. James Stobaugh, Karen Stobaugh, Debbie Meinsen, and more.

See also: Upcoming Events in Missouri

Montana

Montana Home Educators Convention and Curriculum Fair
May 16-17, 2008. Billings Holiday Inn Grand Montana. Keynote speakers: Todd Wilson, Founder of Familyman Ministries, and Mary Hood, Nationally Known as 'The Relaxed Home Schooler. '

Montana Home Educators Convention and Curriculum Fair
May 15 - 16, 2009. The Christian Center, Kalispell, MT. Keynote Speakers: Lorrie Flem, publisher of TEACH Magazine, and Mark Hamby, Founder and President of Cornerstone Family Ministries and Lamplighter Publishing.

See also: Upcoming Events in Montana

Nebraska

NCHEA's 2006 Conference & Curriculum Fair
March 31 - April 1, 2006. Christian homeschooling conference. No information online other than where to email for a brochure.

Homeschool Connection Workshop
June 2, 2007. A free all day workshop for homeschoolers of children grades K-12 in the Eastern NE/Western IA areas. Topics will cover all ages & abilities of children & homeschools!

See also: Upcoming Events in Nebraska

Nevada

Nevada Homeschool Network's Annual Convention
June 24-25, 2005. Las Vegas. Keynote Speaker will be Joyce Herzog.

Southern Nevada Homeschool Convention
June 29 - 30, 2007. At the CornerStone Christian Fellowship Church, Las Vegas, NV. Sponsored by NHN, along with the CHIEFS homeschool group and Eagles Co-Op.

NHN Convention
June 20 - 21, 2008. UNLV's Student Union Building, Las Vegas, NV. Used curriculum sale. Dinner and keynote address.

See also: Upcoming Events in Nevada

New Hampshire

WHERE Used Curriculum Sale
May 9, 2009. Skylight Dining Room, Kingswood Regional High School, Route 28, Wolfeboro. Used curriculum, sports equipment, and educational games will be for sale.

CheNH Home Education Convention
May 22 - 23, 2009. Manchester. Keynote speakers: Steve Demme, Founder and Author of Math-U-See; Becky Cooke, HSLDA High School Coordinator; and Garrett Lear, The Patriot Pastor.

See also: Upcoming Events in New Hampshire

New Jersey

Annual NJ Spring Prom
Friday, April 15, 2005. This prom is open to all teen homeschoolers and their guests. ("Out-of-state" teen homeschoolers are welcome, too)

CHAPLET Annual Homeschool Conference
Saturday, April 16, 2005. Mater Ecclesiae Roman Catholic Church, Pine Hill, New Jersey.

ENOCH Homeschool Convention
May 20 - 21, 2005. New Jersey Convention & Expo Center. Edison, NJ. Keynote speakers: Dr. Jay Wile, Kathryn Stout, and Sharon Grimes.

NJ Homeschool Prom 2005
June 3, 2005. Wyndham Hotel, Mount Laurel, NJ. Tickets are $45. For anyone 14-19.

CHAPLET Homeschool Conference
April 12, 2008. Mater Ecclesiae in Berlin, New Jersey. A very informative and successful event that allows homeschool parents and those contemplating homeschooling to view a plethora of Catholic materials, school books and curriculum, religious articles and books, videos and music.

ENOCH New Jersey Homeschool Convention
May 30 - 31, 2008. Location unspecified. Details coming.

CHAPLET Homeschool Conference
April 25, 2009. Mater Ecclessiae in Berlin, NJ. Speakers: Tim Ferris, Kolbie Academy; Danielle Bean, author; and Maureen Wittman, author. New and used curriculum.

2009 ENOCH of New Jersey Homeschool Convention
May 29 - 30, 2009. (Not Memorial Day Weekend.) Mark your calendars.

See also: Upcoming Events in New Jersey

New Mexico

Scouting for the Home Schooled
August 7 -13, 2005. This conference is for all who wish to learn how to use the Scouting program to enrich home-teaching programs. At the Philmont Training Center, Cimarron, New Mexico.

Christian Home School Convention
April 20-22, 2006. Presented by CAPE-NM Invited speakers include Mike and Elizabeth Smith of HSLDA, Jeff Myers of Myers Institute for Leadership & Communication, Andrew Pudewa of Institute for Excellence in Writing.

Live and Learn Unschooling Conference
September 6-11, 2006. This years speaker line-up includes: Mary (Zenmomma) Gold, Ren Allen, Kathryn Baptista, Danielle Conger, Dan Vilter, Ben Lovejoy & Sandra Dodd. Albuquerque, NM.

CAPE-NM Annual New Mexico Christian Home School Convention and Curriculum Fair
April 20 - 21, 2007 at Calvary of Albuquerque. Keynote sessions bringing up to 2000 home school parents and older children from around New Mexico together.

CAPE Convention
April 19 - 21, 2007. Calvary of Albuquerque. New children's program. No water allowed with out medical exemption requested in advance.

New Mexico Homeschool Community Swap/Sale Curriculum Faire II
Friday, May 25, 2007. Taylor Ranch Community Center. Come on in and find good deals and great members of our community and it is FREE to Enter.

Scouting for the Home Schooled
September 16 - 22, 2007. This conference is for all who wish to learn how to use the Scouting program to enrich home-teaching programs. At the Philmont Training Center, Cimarron, New Mexico.

CAPE-NM Convention & Curriculum Fair
April 17 - 19, 2008. Calvary of Albuquerque. Past speakers have included nationwide leaders in the home school movement; inspirational experts in child training, education, and family support; and other speakers of interest to home educators.

New Mexico Home School Community Fair 2008
May 31, 2008. Central New Mexico Workforce Training Center, Albuquerque, NM. Come find community resources, classes and events that work for your family's educational needs. This is a free event sponsored by Central New Mexico.

See also: Upcoming Events in New Mexico

New York

Long Island/NYC LEAH 3rd Annual Homeschool Convention
May 13-14, 2005
. For potential, new, and veteran home educators in Dix Hills, Long Island, at the Bible Korean United Methodist Church. Registration is required. Call 516-771-7099 or email for further information.

LEAH's 21st Annual Home Education Family Convention
June 2-4, 2005. NYS Fairgrounds. Syracuse, New York. Keynote speakers: James and Stacy McDonald, Jeff Myers, Diana Waring, Rick and Marilyn Boyer, and Julie Hiramine.

LI/NYC LEAH Homeschool Convention
May 5 - 6, 2006. At the Bible Korean United Methodist Church, Dix Hills, NY. Speakers: Jay Wile from Apologia Science; Cindy Wiggers from Geography Matters; Jim Weiss the Storyteller.

AERO Conference
June 28 - July 1, 2007. Widening the Circle. Troy, NY. keynote speakers: Zoë Neill Readhead, John Taylor Gatto, Matt Hern, Joel Spring, Arnie Langberg, and Lynn Stoddard.

LDS Northeastern Education Conference
April 18 - 19, 2008. Palmyra Inn, Palmyra, NY. Provident Living Academy presents Paul Stone: A2 Curriculum, Dan Hunter: Living History, Ken Agle: Liken the Scriptures, and Youth Conference.

New York State Loving Education at Home (LEAH) Home Education and Family Conference
May 29 - 31, 2008. Rochester Riverside Convention Center, Rochester, New York. Keynote speaker: Andrew Pudewa, Institute for Excellence in Writing.

See also: Upcoming Events in New York

North Carolina

GIFTSNC Home Schooling Special Needs Conference and Exhibitor's Hall
April 20 - 21, 2007. Colonial Baptist Church at 6051 Tryon Rd, Cary, NC. Dr. John Pittman as our Keynote Speaker.

Live and Learn Unschooling Conference
September 5 - 9, 2007. Near Asheville at the YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly, a full-service conference center.

NCHE Conference & Bookfair
May 22 - 24, 2008. Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem, NC. NCHE will host a cotillion-style dance on Thursday evening.

GIFTSNC Home Schooling Special Needs Conference and Exhibitor's Hall
August 15 - 16, 2008. Colonial Baptist Church, Cary, NC. Keynote speaker: Andrew Pudewa from The Institute for Excellence in Writing.

Love to Learn Homeschool Resource and Information Conference
August 16, 2008. Catawba Valley Community College, Hickory, NC. This conference was created to fill the need for up to date, accurate, unbiased, information concerning issues that affect the climate of homeschooling in North Carolina.

See also: Upcoming Events in North Carolina

North Dakota

Christian Home Educators' Convention
March 28-29, 2003 at the Holiday Inn, Fargo. NDHSA. The keynote speaker is John Taylor Gatto, 1991 NY State Teacher of the Year.

See also: Upcoming Events in North Dakota

Ohio

MidWest Homeschool Convention
March 27 - 29, 2008. On the 165-acre campus of Landmark Cincinnati, located approximately 20-minutes North of downtown Cincinnati. Keynote speaker Tim Wildmon.

The MidWest Homeschool Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio features a huge homeschool curriculum exhibit hall.
MidWest Homeschool Convention

April 16 - 18, 2009. Cincinnati. We are now hard at work putting together a simply fantastic group of Speakers and Exhibitors for 2009.

See also: Upcoming Events in Ohio

Oklahoma

2009 OCHEC Convention
May 1 - 2, 2009. Cox Convention Center, Oklahoma City. Keynote Speakers: Steve Demme, Math-U-See; David Quine, Cornerstone Curriculum.

See also: Upcoming Events in Oklahoma

Oregon

7th Annual LDS-OHEA Conference
May 28, 2005. Tualatin, OR

NW Curriculum Exhibition
June 25 - 26, 2005. A home school trade show, or curriculum fair. In its nineteenth year, the event is the largest home school event in Oregon. For more than a decade it's been the place for publishers of quality textbooks and literature to meet the Christian home education community.

Not Back To School Camp
Session 1, August 22-August 29, 2005. Session 2, September 1-8, 2005. Camp Myrtlewood--Bridge, Oregon. Unschoolers/homeschoolers from anywhere on this planet are invited, if they speak English and are between the ages of 13 and 18.

OHEN Homeschool Conference
May 12 - 13, 2006. Tigard High School. The conference will begin with a family dance, vendor fair, vendor workshops and Meet Your Legislator Mingle on Friday night. On Saturday the conference continues with inspiring and informational workshops for both parents and children.

Oregon Unschooling Chautauqua
September 11 - 15, 2006. An educational and recreational gathering lasting several days. Our Oregon Chautauqua, named after the original event in NY State, is held at an ocean retreat center near Lincoln City, Oregon.

OHEN Homeschool Conference
May 12 - 13, 2007. Learning at Home: A World of Freedom. Tigard High School. Speakers: Diane Flynn Keith, author of Carschooling, David Albert, author, Ann Lahrson Fisher, author of The Fundamentals of Homeschooling and Homeschooling in Oregon.

Homeschool Prom
May 20, 2007. Join homeschoolers throughout the state at the luxurious, historic Crown Ballroom in downtown Portland.

2007 LDS-OHEA Conference
August 11, 2007.

Oregon Christian Home Education Conference
August 17 - 18, 2007. Beaverton. OCEANetwork has invited speakers from across the country to voice the encouragement that we as believers need.

OHEN Homeschool Conference
March 28 - 29, 2008. Bethel Congregational United Church of Christ and the Village Home Education Resource Center, 5150 SW Watson Avenue in Beaverton.

LIFE is Good NW Unschooling Conference
May 22 - 25, 2008. Red Lion Hotel ~ Vancouver, WA, just across the Columbia River from Portland, OR. A place where you can experience an unschooling community first hand. Where you can ask questions and get ideas from experienced unschoolers. Where no one will ask what curriculum you use and you will be surrounded by free families where kids are respected.

See also: Upcoming Events in Oregon

Pennsylvania

Greater Philadelphia Homeschool Science Fair
February 15, 2005
, Mendel Hall, Villanova University, Villanova, PA. for homeschoolers in grades K - 12.

York Home School Association's Teens 2005 Spring Formal
Thursday May 12, 2005. Held in York, PA. Homeschoolers state wide and beyond are welcome.

PROM 2005
May 19, 2005. For Pennsylvania Homeschoolers and Cyber Schoolers (and their guests. Prom is open to students in 9th - 12th grades.  Escorts and guests need not be enrolled in home or cyber schools. (In other words, public school students are welcome to attend.) Gibsonia, PA (northeast of Pittsburgh)

Greater Philadelphia Homeschool Science Fair
February 11, 2006. Mendel Hall, Villanova University, Villanova, PA, for homeschoolers in grades K - 12.

2006 CHAP Homeschool Convention
May 12 - 13, 2006, Friday: 9:30 AM to 6 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, PA

The Enchantment Begins
May 10, 2007, Hampton Banquet Hall, Gibsonia, PA. Come and Dance to music from DJ Jimmy Mac!

CHAP Homeschool Convention
May 11 - 12, 2007. Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg. Guest Speakers: Jessica Hulcy, co-author of KONOS Character Curriculum; Lew Sterrett, biblical principles from horseback; Kevin Swanson, author Upgrade - 10 Secrets to the Best Education for Your Child.

Catholic Homeschool Conference & Curriculum Fair
April 19, 2008. Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Harrisburg, PA. Educating Catholic Children for Eternal Life. This conference supports all teaching-styles, learning-styles, and Catholic curriculum options. Parents typically attend this event from throughout PA and the northeast United States.

CHAP Homeschool Convention
May 9 - 10, 2008. Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, PA. The Truth Project is a systematic and comprehensive Biblical worldview study that looks at all of life. CHAP is offering a training module to help you run a Truth Project session in your own community.

A Night Under the Stars
Wednesday, May 20, 2009. Gibsonia, PA. Prom cost is $42.00 per person. Presented by the Western PA Homeschoolers.

Valley Homeschoolers Second Regional Prom, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009. Allentown, PA. Cost $$45.00 per person, which includes entertainment provided by D J Dutch and more.

See also: Upcoming Events in Pennsylvania

Rhode Island

Home Educators Network of R.I. Conference NEW
Saturday, April 28, 2007, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Providence Public Library Auditorium, 150 Empire Street, Providence, R.I. The event is FREE and open to the anyone interested in Home Education.

2007 RIGHT Used Curriculum Sale NEW
Saturday, June 23, 2007
, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM, Exeter Chapel, 765 Ten Rod Road, Exeter, RI. Registration Deadline is June 9, so don 't delay.

See also: Upcoming Events in Rhode Island

South Carolina

SC Home Educators Convention
June 16 - 17, 2006. Creating A Teachable Heart. University of South Carolina, Sumpter. Vendors, workshops, and nationally known keynote speakers. This state event offers opportunities for education, encouragement, fellowship, and curriculum shopping.

Getting Started Home Schooling Workshop
Tuesday, December 11, 2007. Presented by SCAIHS at their office, 930 Knox Abbott Drive in Cayce. Free, but preregister by calling (803) 454-0427. Email address on site.

SCHEA Homeschool Expo On the Grand Strand
Saturday March 8, 2008. Garden City Baptist Church, Murrells Inlet. Featuring Joe Wirtz of Home4School Gear.

Walt Disney World Trip
August 30 - Sept 6, 2008. Depending on which ticket you choose, you 'll enjoy five or eight days in the theme parks, four or six passes to the water parks and/or Disney Quest, and behind-the-scenes educational programs for our children in grades K-12.

SINC Used Book Sale
May 29, 2009. Spears Creek Baptist Church, Elgin, SC 29045. Bring cash. Some sellers might accept checks. Most would prefer cash. You will find many great deals in a variety of price ranges. Sellers: Table fee due by May 15, 2009. Some items will also be available online.

See also: Upcoming Events in South Carolina

South Dakota

2007 SECHE Conference
April 27 - 28, 2007. First Evangelical Free Church ­ Sioux Falls, SD. 2007 Theme: Freedom, Faith and Foundations. Keynote Speaker: Jamie Johnson.

Sioux Empire Christian Home Educators Home Educators Conference
April 18 - 19, 2008. First Evangelical Free Church in Sioux Falls. This year's keynote speaker is Kevin Swanson, who will be speaking on the topic of 'Cultivating Vision. '

SECHE Regional HomeSchool Conference
May 15 - 16, 2009. This year 's keynote speaker is Dr. Jay Wile.

See also: Upcoming Events in South Dakota

Tennessee

Bella Sera "A Beautiful Evening" 2005
Friday, May 13, 2005. All high school age home school students are invited to attend the Middle Tennessee Home School Prom.

NHE Annual Used Curriculum Sale
July 9, 2005.
Poplar Heights Baptist Church Gymnasium, Jackson, TN

HomES COOL Expo 2005
July 16, 2005. Columbia State Community College, Gymnasium building, Columbia, TN.

CSTHEA Curriculum Fair
July 22 - 23, 2005. Camp Jordan Arena, East Ridge.

Homeschooling through the LEA Deadline
August 1. Register to homeschool independently. After this date, you may be subject to a fine.

Catholic Curriculum Fair & Homeschool Conference
March 24 - 25, 2006. Learning in Motion, St. Louis Catholic Church, 203 South White Station Road, Memphis, Tennessee. Keynote Speaker Ann Anzalone.

Mid TN Home School Prom Black Tie Affair
May 12, 2006, Clark D. Baker Lodge at the YMCA Joe C. Davis Outdoor Center, Antioch, TN

Family Resource Fair
June 23 - 24, 2006. Farragut Middle School 200 West End Avenue (No city given on site, so we hope you know where this is. Might be Knoxville, TN, where SMHEA is located.) Presented by the Smokey Mountain Home Education Association.

MHEA Home Education Teaching Enrichment Weekend and Curriculum Fair
Friday and Saturday, June 8 - 9, 2007. Christ the Rock Metro Church, Memphis.

MHEA Home Education Teaching Enrichment Weekend and Curriculum Fair
June 20 - 21, 2008. Agricenter International, Memphis, TN. Workshops and exhibits.

See also: Upcoming Events in Tennessee

Texas

NTHEN Ninth Annual 2006 Winter Conference and Bookfair
January 20 - 21, 2006. Plano Centre in Plano, Texas. Educational seminars, keynote speakers, exhibits, and products available for purchase. Exhibitors include nationally acclaimed educational development companies, booksellers, subject-specific curricula companies, and educational software and online teaching companies.

1st Annual National Homeschool Golf Championship
Fort Worth, TX; April 10-11, 2006; 54 holes/metal play; team and individual trophies; banquet Mon. night; special lodging rates. Info: 888-444-5420.

SA-HERO's  Homeschool Roundup
July 29, 2006. At Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. This year's Roundup will feature nationally known, award winning, storyteller Jim Weiss who will have presentations and workshops for both children and parents. Dinosaur George will be making a return appearance as well.

The WholeHearted Mother Conference
February 23 - 24, 2007. The Dallas Marriott Las Colinas, Irving, TX. A two-day hotel conference and getaway designed especially for Christian and homeschooling mothers, now in its ninth year.

ARCH Annual Book Fair and Speakers Conference
April 20 - 21, 2007 to be held at the University of St. Thomas, Houston. Of interest to Catholic homeschool families.

SETHSA Gulf Coast Home Education Conference
June 7 - 9, 2007. Reliant Center, Houston. Used Book Sale first day, then conference.

Gulf Coast Home Education Conference
June 8, 2007. Reliant Center in Houston. Southeast Texas Home School Association. Used Book Sale: June 7, 2007.

SA-HERO's Homeschool Roundup
July 28, 2007. Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio. Featured speakers: Andrew Pudewa of the Institute for Excellence in Writing, and Dino George.

THSC State Convention and Family Conference
August 16-18, 2007 in The Woodlands, Texas, The Woodlands Waterway Marriott.

NTHEN Summer Conference and Bookfair
August 17-18, 2007 at the Plano Convention Centre. Educational seminars, keynote speakers, exhibits, and products available for purchase.

Rethinking Education
Labor Day Weekend, August 30 - September 3, 2007. Sheraton Grand Hotel in Irving, Texas. We are thrilled to bring you 3 and a half days with each of these parenting and unschool luminaries: Naomi Aldort, David Albert, Brent Cameron & Barbara Meyer, Sherri Smith.

Home School Book Fair
May 9 - 10, 2008. Arlington Convention Center. A Christian event sponsored by Hearth & Home Ministries.

FEAST Home School Convention and Curriculum Fair
May 16 - 17, 2008. 25 Burwood, San Antonio, TX.

SETHSA Gulf Coast Home Education Conference
June 6 - 7, 2008. Reliant Park. The conference promises to be loaded with refreshing ideas, helpful information, and some new surprises along the way.

CHEACT Home Educator Conference and Bookfair
June 27 - 28, 2008. Palmer Events Center, Austin. Featured Speakers: JeffBaldwin, Worldview Academy; Andrew Pudewa, Institute for Excellence in Writing; and Jan Bedell, Little Giant Steps.

THSC State Convention and Family Conference
August 14 - 16, 2008. The Woodlands Waterway Marriott. Keynote Speakers: Jeff Myers, Jessica Hulcy, and John Erickson.

NTHEN's Summer Homeschool Conference & Bookfair
August 22 - 23, 2008. Plano Centre in Plano, Texas. Register online. Keynote Speaker this year is Douglas W. Phillips, Esq., president of The Vision Forum Ministries.

Rethinking Education
September 4 - 8, 2008. Westin Park Central hotel, 20 minutes from DFW airport in Dallas. Join hundreds of unschooling families from around the globe as we rethink the meanings of education, learning, parenting...and life!

The Apostolate of Roman Catholic Homeschoolers 19th Annual Conference and Speakers Fair
April 24 - 25, 2009. University of St. Thomas, Jerabeck Athletic Center, Houston, TX. Colleen Hammond is our Key Note speaker.

Gulf Coast Home Education Conference 2009
June 5 - 6, 2009. Southeast Texas Home School Association. Reliant Park. This year 's speakers will include Ginger Plowman, Founder of Preparing the Way Ministries, Norm Wakefield with Spirit of Elijah Ministries, and Doreen Morgan and her daughter, Faith, with Faithful Bookshop.

See also: Upcoming Events in Texas

Utah

First National LDS Homeschool Association Conference
Friday, June 3, 2005. Salt Lake Community College at the Miller Campus, Sandy, UT. We invite you and your friends to join us for a day of inspiration and rejuvenation. Come be informed and entertained by our outstanding speakers, the cream of the crop, selected especially with you in mind.

LDS-HEA Conference 2005
September 10, 2005. Keynote speaker: Sister Barbara B. Smith Past-President, LDS Relief Society. Salt Palace, Salt Lake City. UT.

Utah Home Education Association 26th Annual Convention & Curriculum Fair
Saturday, June 3, 2006. For new and experienced homeschoolers as well as those who are investigating home education. Salt Palace Convention Center. Adult Keynote Speaker: Brent DeGraff. Teen Keynote Speaker: Randall Bird.

UHEA Convention & Curriculum Fair
June 23, 2007 at the Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, UT. We are pleased to announce our keynote speaker: John Taylor Gatto.

National LDS Homeschool Association Conference
Saturday, August 18, 2007 at Salt Lake Community College at the Miller Campus, Sandy, UT. Keynote Address: Walk Beside Me with Marie Gossling.

LDS Home Educators Association 16th Annual Conference
September 15, 2007 at Salt Lake Community College, Salt Lake City, UT. Homeschooling by the Fire of our Faith.

UHEA Winter Symposium
Saturday, February 2, 2008. South Towne Expo Center. City unstated.

National LDS Homeschool Association Teen Conference
March 25 - 28, 2008. Aspen Grove Conference Center at the base of Mt. Timpanogos, Utah. Come join the excitement and meet homeschooled teens from across the country and have loads of fun! For Teens ages 12 - 18.

National LDS Homeschool Association Women's Homeschool Retreat and Conference
March 26 - 27, 2008. Aspen Grove Conference Center at the base of Mt. Timpanogos, Utah. Come join us for a relaxful, filling retreat and conference. Join us for the overnight enjoyment or just for the day. Either way, we will help fill your well and give you courage to keep moving forward.

UHEA 2008 Convention & Curriculum Fair
May 24, 2008. Salt Palace Convention Center. The UHEA Convention is the largest home education event in Utah. Approximately 1,500 home educators from all over the United States will gather in Salt Lake City to participate in this event.

See also: Upcoming Events in Utah

Vermont

See also: Upcoming Events in Vermont

Virginia

REACH Homeschool Group 5th Homeschool Formal
Sat. April 8, 2006 - 7-11pm - Stars on Broadway, St. Luke's School in Culpeper.

Northern Virginia Home Education Conference
July 14-15, 2006. Dulles Expo & Conference Center in Chantilly, Virginia. Keynote Speaker Debra Bell, author of The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling.

VaHomeschoolers' Homeschool Conference & Resource Fair 2006
August 25-26, 2006. Science Museum of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia. Sponsored by VaHomeschoolers. Speakers, vendors, and activities for the whole family.

HEAV State Convention & Educational Fair
June 7 - 9, 2007. A Journey of Discovery. Richmond Convention Center. Speakers: Doug Phillips of Vision Forum, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs of Love and Respect, Ken Ham of Answers in Genesis, and Mary Hood, the Relaxed Homeschooler.

Northern Virginia Home Education Conference
July 13 - 14, 2007
, Dulles Expo & Conference Center in Chantilly, Virginia. We are planning for another great year and hope that you will place this essential event on your calendar.

VaHomeschoolers' 2007 Conference and Resource Fair
July 20 - 21, 2007. Richmond, VA. "Homeschooling: A Passport to Learning" with featured presentation "The Genius In Every Child" by keynote speaker Thomas Armstrong, internationally renowned advocate on learning and development and author of "In Their Own Way".

LDSESE 2008 Conference
May 28 - 30, 2008. Cavalier Hotel & Conference Center, Virginia Beach, VA. Keynote speackers: Dr. Andrew Groft of George Wythe College, and Chad Hymas of Chad Hymas Communications, Inc.

HEAV State Convention & Educational Fair
June 5 - 7, 2008. "Home Education: An Excellent Choice!" Greater Richmond Convention Center. Speakers will include Gregg & Sono Harris, Phil Downer, and many, many others.

Immaculate Heart of Mary National Home School and Parent Conference
June 13 - 14, 2008. Dulles EXPO & Conference Center - North Hall, Chantilly, VA. Confirmed National Catholic Speakers for 2008 Include: Fr. Joseph Mary Brown, Fr. Robert Levis, Fr. Paul Scalia, Mrs. Virginia Seuffert, and Dr. Ray Guarendi.

Northern Virginia Home Education Conference
July 11 - 12, 2008. Dulles EXPO & Conference Center, Chantilly, VA. Andrew Pudewa - Excellence in Writing - Keynote Speaker. Jim Weiss - Greathall Productions - Featured Speaker.

2008 Tidewater Education Expo
August 1 - 2, 2008. The Norfolk Scope Exhibition Hall D, Norfolk, VA. Many exhibitors and service-oriented organizations from all over the U. S. will be offering books, curricula, games, toys, education and instruction, support and inspiration.

Historic Alexandria
Historic Alexandria invites you to Homeschool Day on August 21, 2008, from 10am-3pm, where you and your family can explore the City of Alexandria from the Colonial period to the present. The day features tours and activities at three city museums--Gadsby's Tavern Museum, The Lyceum, and Friendship Firehouse. Tickets $5 per child ages 4 and up (all parents are FREE!) Reservations are required, so make sure you call Michele Longo, Gadsby's Curator of Education, at 703.838.4242 to reserve your tour time today!


VaHomeschoolers 2009 Conference and Resource Fair

May 22 - 23, 2009. Science Museum of Virginia, Richmond. Featuring Kathleen Melin, Parent-educator and Author of By Heart: A Mother 's Story of Children and Learning at Home.

2009 Home Education Conference and Youth Education Conference
May 28 - 29, 2009. Presented by LDSEHE. Southern Virginia University, Buena Vista, Virginia. Keynote Speaker: Brad Wilcox. Thursday Night Entertainer: Jon Schmidt. Special Pre-Conference Seminar: "The Making of America" on May 27th presented by Earl Taylor, President of the National Center for Constitutional Studies.

Immaculate Heart of Mary National Home School and Parent Conference
June 12 - 13, 2009. Dulles EXPO & Conference Center - North Hall, Washington D.C. / Dulles Airport, 4368 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly, VA. Free admission. Pre-registration is NOT required. Free, convenient parking.

See also: Upcoming Events in Virginia

Washington

WHO State Convention and Curriculum Exhibition
June 16 - 17, 2006. ShowPlex Exhibition Center, Puyallup, WA.

Christian Heritage Homeschool Conference
April 12 - 14, 2007, Overlake Christian Church, Redmond, WA. Keynote speakers: James & Stacy McDonald, parents of ten, publishers of Homeschooling Today Magazine, Voddie Baucham, author of The Ever Loving Truth.

WALDSFE 2007 Conference
May 12, 2007. Thinking Outside the Box, Redmond Senior Center.

WHO Convention
June 15 - 16, 2007. At the ShowPlex Exhibition and Conference Center at the Western Washington Fairgrounds.

Inland Northwest Homeschool Winter Conference
March 28 - 29, 2008. Valley Assembly of God Church, Spokane, WA. Keynote speakers: Reb and Beverly Bradley.

Christian Heritage Homeschool Conference
April 17 - 19, 2008. Overlake Christian Church, Redmond, WA. Keynote speaker: Doug Phillips, Vision Forum.

Northwest Catholic Family Education Conference
May 2 - 3, 2008. Tukwila Community Center, Seattle, WA. Fr. John A. Hardon served as the Northwest Catholic Family Education Conference's spiritual director from 1994 until 2000. He supported and encouraged Catholic home-educating families.

LIFE is Good NW Unschooling Conference
May 22 - 25, 2008. Red Lion Hotel ~ Vancouver, WA. A place where you can experience an unschooling community first hand. Where you can ask questions and get ideas from experienced unschoolers. Where no one will ask what curriculum you use and you will be surrounded by free families where kids are respected.

WHO Convention
June 13 - 14, 2008. Western Washington Fairgrounds in Puyallup. Plan now to attend the largest homeschool convention and curriculum exhibit on the West Coast for one low price of $15 per day! Low family rates available.

Inland Northwest Homeschool Winter Conference
March 27 - 28, 2009. Might be in or near Spokane. No city given in the information, only a street address. Christopher J. Klicka as Keynote Speaker.

Christian Heritage Homeschool Conference NEW
April 23 - 25, 2009. Overlake Christian Church, Redmond, WA. Keynote Speaker: Voddie Baucham - Pastor, Homeschool Father.

Catholic Homeschool Conference
May 1 - 2, 2009. Seattle. Mark your calendars. We look forward to seeing you in 2009.

LIFE is Good NW Unschooling Conference
May 21 - 24, 2009. Vancouver, WA. This is a wonderful opportunity for recharging your unschooling batteries, reconnecting with old friends, meeting virtual friends, and being inspired as well as inspiring others.

See also: Upcoming Events in Washington

West Virginia

Not Back To School Camp
July 23-30, 2005. Buffalo Gap Community Camp--Capon Bridge,West Virginia. Unschoolers/homeschoolers from anywhere on this planet are invited, if they speak English and are between the ages of 13 and 18.

CHEWV Conference
May 30-31, 2008. Christian Missionary Alliance Church, Morgantown, WV. Keynote Speaker Kevin Swanson.

See also: Upcoming Events in West Virginia

Wisconsin

Celebrate the Faith 2005: Conference and Book Fair
April 15 - 16, 2005. At the Archbishop Cousins Center on the south side of Milwaukee. Sponsored by the Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators. We are honored to have Fr. Pablo Straub as our keynote speaker and Mass celebrant. In addition, Mrs. Laura Berquist is our featured speaker on Saturday.

WPA Home Education Conference and Curriculum Fair
May 5-6, 2006. University Center, Stevens Point, WI. However you approach homeschooling, we have it covered. Whether you purchase your curriculum, create your own, or unschool, Wisconsin Parents Associaiton offers over 75 quality workshops in all subject areas, for new and experienced homeschoolers and from toddlers to teens.

Wisconsin CHEA Conference
May 18 - 20, 2006. Olympia Resort and Conference Center, Oconomowoc, WI. The sooner you register, the better place you get in the line at the Used Book Sale, as we assign Used Book Sale entrance numbers in order of how the forms come in.

Unschooling Conference
February 10, 2007, Meriter Hospital Community Learning Center, Madison, WI. Join HOME for a day to learn, celebrate and share the joy of being free of institutionalized learning! Gather with a like-minded community which supports freedom from curriculums and external authority over what and how you and your family choose to learn.

Celebrate the Faith 2007: Catholic Homeschool Conference and Vendor Fair
April 27 - 28, 2007. Tommy Thompson Youth Center, State Fair Grounds, West Allis, WI. Keynote speakers: Fr. Ray Gawronski, S.J., author of A Closer Walk With Christ and Holly Pierlot, author of A Mother's Rule of Life.

WPA Home Education Conference
May 4 - 5, 2007. Gruenhagen Conference Center at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Whether you purchase your curriculum, create your own, or unschool, Wisconsin Parents Association offers over 80 quality workshops in all subject areas, for new and experienced homeschoolers and from toddlers to teens.

CHEA's annual spring conference
May 31 - June 2, 2007. Keynote Speakers; Ken Ham, Marv Munyon. And, for the young people-- Buddy Davis!! More great workshops, full vendor hall, annual statewide Used Book Sale, much more!

Unschooling Conference
January 12, 2008. [New Date!] At The Lussier Family Heritage Center, Madison, WI. Keynote Speaker: Manish Jain of Shikshantar: The Peoples- Institute for Rethinking Development and Education, Udaipur, India. Our new conference venue offers us more space and privacy.

WPA Home Education Conference and Curriculum Fair
May 2 - 3, 2008. Gruenhagen Conference Center at the University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh, WI.

Wisconsin CHEA Spring Conference
May 29 - 31, 2008. Olympia Resort and Conference Center in Oconomowoc, WI. Keynote Speaker: Richard "Little Bear" Wheeler.

Crystal Cave Homeschool Day
Monday, April 20, 2009 from 10a-4p. Education group discount without minimum size group. Crystal Cave is located one mile west of Spring Valley WI on Highway 29, just 45 minutes from Woodbury. See link for details.

WPA's Home Education Conference and Curriculum Fair
May 1 - 2, 2009. Gruenhagen Conference Center at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.

CHEA Annual Spring Conference
May 28 - 30, 2009. Olympia Resort and Conference Center; Oconomowoc, WI. More information coming soon.

See also: Upcoming Events in Wisconsin

Wyoming

HOW Convention
May 16 - 17, 2008. Wyoming State Fairgrounds, Douglas, WY. Speakers for the weekend will be Israel Wayne and Skeet Savage.

See also: Upcoming Events in Wyoming

Canada

Alberta

Home Schooling.....THE SPIRIT IS ALIVE!
January 29, 2005 and February 29, 2005. Sponsored by The Centre for Learning @ Home.

Convention 2006 - Celebrating AHEA's 20th Anniversary
April 7 - 8, 2006. Keynote Speakers: Mike & Marnie Goheen. Red Deer, Alberta.

Sexsmith 2006 Homeschool Conference
May 26 - 27, 2006
. Sponsored by Peace Region Home Education Partnership at the Peace River Bible Institute, Sexsmith, Alberta. Keynote Address: "Joy at Home"

Southern Alberta Homeschool Conference And Calgary Education Fair
May 27, 2006. The Conference, hosted by the Homeschooler's Guide magazine brings together a variety of educational resources. Coast Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre 1316 ­ 33 Street NE Calgary, Alberta.

Alberta Home Education Association Convention 2007
April 13 - 14, 2007. In the At the Westerner Park in Red Deer, Alberta No, 4847 A - 19th Street. Red Deer, AB, You will save at least $20 by pre-registering.

Alberta Home Education Association Convention 2007
April 11 - 12, 2008. The Westerner in Red Deer, Alberta. Keynote Speakers: Steve and Teri Maxwell and family, Carol Krahn.

Alberta Home Education Association Convention
May 31, 2008. Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association, Calgary.

Calgary Education Fair
May 31, 2008. Thorncliffe Greenview Community Hall at 5800 Centre Street NW. Exhibitors will include everything education, from Preschool to Post-secondary, Homeschooling & More! General registration begins January 15, 2008.

Alberta Conferences and Events
Help us to serve the home educating community. If you know of a conference other than those listed or have additional information, please email us at .

AHEA Home Education Convention
April 17 - 18, 2009. Westerner Park, Red Deer, AB. Keynote Speaker - Kevin Swanson.

See also: Upcoming Events in Alberta

British Columbia

See also: Upcoming Events in British Columbia

Manitoba

MACHS Annual Conference
March 28 - 29, 2008. Winnipeg, MB. Join us for a dynamic conference with outstanding speakers and workshops. Our special guest speaker is Dr. Jay Wile of Apologia.

MACHS 18th Annual Conference
March 27 - 28, 2009. Winnipeg, MB. This site will provide complete and updated information on guest speakers and workshops being offered as this unique Province-wide event gets closer.

See also: Upcoming Events in Manitoba

New Brunswick

HENB Annual Home School Conference
June 5 - 6, 2009. Sussex Wesleyan Church. Speakers: Rick and Marilyn Boyer, of The Learning Parent, and more.

See also: Upcoming Events in New Brunswick

Newfoundland/Labrador

Northwest Territories

Nova Scotia

2006 Resource Fair
Saturday June 10, 2006. King's College, Halifax. Dorm rooms available for overnighters.

Ontario

Kitchener- Waterloo Home Education Conference
April 2, 2005. Rockway Mennonite Collegiate, 110 Doon Rd., Kitchener, Ontario. Discover new insights on effectively delivering home education as presented by recognized experts and experienced homeschooling parents.

OCHEC 11th Annual Convention
April 29, 2005. Hamilton Convention Center, Hamilton.

"Back To School" Annual Curriculum Fair
August 12, 2005. St Martin's School, Mississauga, ON. Vendors, speakers, door prizes and freebies.

African-American Homeschoolers: Family & Friends Vacation
August 2 - 7, 2006. 5 nights of camping at Rock Point Provincial Park in Dunnville, Ontario, Canada. Reserve your family's space at the campsite by making your $75 payment via PayPal by April 30, 2006.

RVHEA Annual Conference
April 20 - 21, 2007. Kanata Baptist Church, Kanata, Ontario.

RVHEA Annual Homeschool Conference
April 19, 2008. Kanata Baptist Church, Kanata, Ontario. Keynote Address: Dr. John Patrick

RVHEA Annual Conference
Saturday, April 18, 2009. Kanata, Ontario. The conference brings together experienced speakers, quality vendors and homeschooling families from across Ontario and other parts of Canada.

See also: Upcoming Events in Ontario

Quebec

7th Annual Conference and Curriculum Fair
7e congrès annuel et exposition de matériel pédagogique
May 13 - 14, 2005. Montreal, QC. Sponsored by: Association chrétienne de parents-éducateurs du Québec/Association of Christian Parent-Educators of Quebec (ACPEQ)

See also: Upcoming Events in Quebec

Saskatchewan

SHBE Convention 2008
February 29 - March 1, 2008. At the Delta, Regina. Our keynote speaker this year is Dr. Jay L. Wile, a former assistant professor of chemistry and former High School teacher, Dr. Wile has experienced first-hand the failure of the public school system.

SHBE Convention 2009
February 27 - 28, 2009. At the The Saskatoon Inn. Brian Ray and his wife will be our speakers.

See also: Upcoming Events in Saskatchewan

Yukon

Other Places

UK

HES FES 2005
May 14 - 21, 2005. The Home Educators' Seaside Festival is the biggest gathering of home educating families in the world.

See also: Upcoming Events in UK

Australia

Upcoming Information Session
Wednesday 24th September 2008 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Leisurelife Centre, Cnr Glouster & Kent Sts, East Vic Park. Interested parties are invited to join Home Educating parents for an information night to discuss home education. Topics include how to start, legalities, moderator reporting and socialization.

See also: Upcoming Events in Australia

Recommended books to help you explore homeschooling
 
The Complete Home Learning Source Book
The Complete Home Learning Source Book : The Essential Resource Guide for Homeschoolers, Parents, and Educators Covering Every Subject from Arithmetic to Zoology
by Rebecca Rupp
This ambitious reference guide lives up to its name. Practically three inches thick--and we're not talking large print here--it's packed with titles, ordering information, and Web site addresses.
 
Home Learning Year by Year
Home Learning Year by Year
How to Design a Homeschool Curriculum from Preschool Through High School
by Rebecca Rupp
A structured plan to ensure that your children will learn what they need to know when they need to know it, from preschool through high school.
 
First Year of Homeschooling Your Child
First Year of Homeschooling Your Child
Your Complete Guide to Getting Off to the Right Start

by Linda Dobson
With the constant concern about the safety and quality of our nation's schools, many of today's families are opting to teach their children at home. The first hurdle these families face is getting started.
 
The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas: 500+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12
The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas: 500+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12
by Linda Dobson
As a homeschooling parent, you're always looking for new and creative ways to teach your child the basics. Look no longer! Inside this innovative helper, you'll find kid-tested and parent-approved techniques for learning math, science, writing, history, manners, and more that you can easily adapt to your family's homeschooling needs.
 
Homeschooling : The Teen Years
Homeschooling : The Teen Years
Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 13- To 18-Year Old

by Cafi Cohen
This book reveals the adventure and rewards as well as the special challenges of working with this age group.
 
Homeschool Your Child For Free
Homeschool Your Child for Free
More Than 1,200 Smart, Effective, and Practical Resources for Home Education on the Internet and Beyond

by LauraMaery Gold and Joan M. Zielinski
The best sites for everything from reading-readiness activities for preschoolers to science projects for teens.
 
Homeschooling: The Early Years: Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 3- to 8- Year-Old Child
Homeschooling: The Early Years: Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 3- to 8- Year-Old Child
by Linda Dobson
The formative years are the most critical to a child's education. They lay the foundation for developing learning skills that last a lifetime.
 

The Well-Trained Mind
A Guide to Classical Education at Home
by Jessie Wise, Susan Wise Bauer
This book will instruct you, step by step, on how to give your child an academically rigorous, comprehensive education from preschool through high school.
 

A Charlotte Mason Companion : Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning
by Karen Andreola
A thorough chapter-by-chapter overview of the inspiring teaching principles of Christian educator Charlotte Mason, this book reveals the practical day by day method of how to teach "the Charlotte Mason way".
 
The Unschooling Handbook : How to Use the Whole World As Your Child's Classroom
The Unschooling Handbook : How to Use the Whole World As Your Child's Classroom

by Mary Griffith
Unschooling, a homeschooling method based on the belief that kids learn best when allowed to pursue their natural curiosities and interests, is practiced by 10 to 15 percent of the estimated 1.5 million homeschoolers in the United States.
 
The Teenage Liberation Handbook
The Teenage Liberation Handbook
How to Quit School and Get a Real Life and Education
by Llewellyn, Grace
Written primarily for teens who need to convince their parents they can teach themselves. 1998 Paperback
 
Creative Home Schooling for Gifted Children: A Resource Guide
Creative Home Schooling for Gifted Children: A Resource Guide
by Lisa Rivero
Lisa addresses areas not usually covered in homeschooling books such as asynchronous development (uneven development), perfectionism, and learning for self-actualization.
 
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
by Engelmann, Siegfried
Based on the excellent DISTAR program, my daughter learned to read well and fast. Combines phonics with interesting reading material for youngsters.
 

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