Johnsburg Public Library
3000 N. Johnsburg Road
Johnsburg, IL 60051
Phone: 815-344-0077
Homeschool Resource Center (HRC)
http://www.johnsburglibrary.org/content/homeschool-resource-center
With the HRC's materials you can 'try before you buy' a wide variety of curriculum materials including Sonlight, Alpha Omega, Rosetta Stone, Singapore Math or Five in a Row and see if they are right for your family's unique needs before you start spending a lot of money on things that may or may not work.
What exactly is in the HRC?
•books and magazines about homeschooling
•curriculum materials for all grade levels and in many formats including book, video, and computer-based materials
•science equipment such as glassware, microscopes and telescopes and kits for learning about everything from DNA to optics
•math manipulatives
•educational board games, software and music
•catalogs from homeschool suppliers
Who can use the HRC?
Anyone at all! You do not need to homeschool. We do require children to be accompanied by an adult, however, because of the many small pieces and fragile items.
May I check things out?
Anyone with a valid, full service, Illinois public library card may check out items. If you live out of state, you may purchase a Johnsburg Public Library card that is valid in Illinois only at the Johnsburg Library. Contact the library director for cost information.
We do remind you though that while book items may be returned to any Illinois library, they should be returned at least 2 weeks before they are due to allow for transit time. All non-book items need to be returned directly to the Johnsburg Library.
It is also very important that you understand you are responsible for all of the pieces of any item you check out. Please count everything before you leave and again before you return it.
How long may I keep the items?
All items in the HRC can be checked out for 6 weeks. You may renew the items for an additional 6 weeks as long as there are no holds on the item.
Need Personal Assistance?
We have an educational consultant who is available for FREE one-on-one consultations at the library on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 a.m. - Noon. Although she is there most Tuesday mornings for drop ins, if you have a long drive and you have not already made an appointment with her please call the library at 815-344-0077 before you leave just to make sure she is available that day.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Friday, July 17, 2009
Join the West Suburban Homeschool Band
THE TIME IS NOW - JOIN THE WSHSB
Enrollment for the 2009-2010 concert season of the West Suburban Home School Band, the WSHSB, takes place over the summer. If you or anyone you know has home schooled students, ages 9 and up, interested in joining the West Suburban Home School Band, now is the time to act to give those who need to audition time to prepare. There is a link to our Summer Recruiting Flyer on our WSHSB Home Page at www.wshsb.com.
You can also click on our Auditions tab for complete audition information for 2009-2010. While auditions are not required for Cadets, beginners with little or no musical experience, there is a description of what they need to prepare before band begins in the fall.
We’d love to have you join us. You are welcome to contact the director, Karen Borow at 630-231-6155. We ask that you share this information with other home schoolers, not in your group, who may not see this announcement.
Enrollment for the 2009-2010 concert season of the West Suburban Home School Band, the WSHSB, takes place over the summer. If you or anyone you know has home schooled students, ages 9 and up, interested in joining the West Suburban Home School Band, now is the time to act to give those who need to audition time to prepare. There is a link to our Summer Recruiting Flyer on our WSHSB Home Page at www.wshsb.com.
You can also click on our Auditions tab for complete audition information for 2009-2010. While auditions are not required for Cadets, beginners with little or no musical experience, there is a description of what they need to prepare before band begins in the fall.
We’d love to have you join us. You are welcome to contact the director, Karen Borow at 630-231-6155. We ask that you share this information with other home schoolers, not in your group, who may not see this announcement.
Friday, June 5, 2009
Johnsburg Library - HRC - Open House and Used Curriculum Flea Market
Johnsburg Library
Homeschool Resource Center
Open House and Used Curriculum Flea Market
July 18, 2009
This is the perfect opportunity for current homeschoolers to get re-energized and for those thinking about homeschooling to ask questions and get REAL answers!
10:00 - 12:00 Used Curriculum Flea Market
Sell some stuff, buy some stuff, ask lots of questions! A limited number of tables and half tables and parking spaces are available by advanced reservation only. Those who do not register in advance may bring a blanket and use the lawn to sell. Each seller is responsible for pricing andselling his/her own materials.To reserve a space (free!) to sell at the used curriculum flea market pleasecontact: Kathy Wentz <kwentz8992@comcast.net> (preferred) or leave a message at 847-497-4407 with your choice and phone number.
12:00 - 1:00 Eat, Meet and Greet
Bring a lunch or purchase a boxed lunch ($8.50 each) and join us. If you wish to purchase a boxed lunch, please let Kathy Wentz know which kind of sandwich (vegetarian, turkey or beef) no later than July 15 th so she can let the caterer know.
1:00 - 4:00 Open Forum Q&A
Ask questions and hear real answers about the different homeschooling styles, curriculum choices, what has worked (and what hasn't!), legal information, where to find resources, and much more! This year's featured panel members are:
Tami Haroldsen Tami utilizes Thomas Jefferson Education (TJEd)in homeschooling her youngest four children. She also has two grownchildren. She is the founder of Fox Valley Mentors (a TJEd community of youthclubs and courses for teens and adults) and is co-founder of Thomas JeffersonEducation Families of Illinois and Midwest Liber Families. She is excited to help others learn about TJEd and establish local TJEd communities.
Jean Kulczyk, M.Ed . Jean is a certified teacher in the areas of learning disabilities, emotional disorders, typical children K-8 and high school English,with additional certifications in Reading and Behavior Modification. She has over 30 years experience as a homeschool special needs advocate. Jean also volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate, and has homeschooled her 3 daughters.
This event is FREE. Children are, of course, invited to attend but we do not have room for child care and any noise must be kept to a minimum.
Homeschool Resource Center at the Johnsburg Public Library3000 N Johnsburg Rd, Johnsburg, IL 60051(located on Johnsburg/Wilmot Rd. - 2 blocks north of Chapel Hill Rd.) 815-344-0077
http://www.johnsburglibrary.org/
Homeschool Resource Center
Open House and Used Curriculum Flea Market
July 18, 2009
This is the perfect opportunity for current homeschoolers to get re-energized and for those thinking about homeschooling to ask questions and get REAL answers!
10:00 - 12:00 Used Curriculum Flea Market
Sell some stuff, buy some stuff, ask lots of questions! A limited number of tables and half tables and parking spaces are available by advanced reservation only. Those who do not register in advance may bring a blanket and use the lawn to sell. Each seller is responsible for pricing andselling his/her own materials.To reserve a space (free!) to sell at the used curriculum flea market pleasecontact: Kathy Wentz <kwentz8992@comcast.net> (preferred) or leave a message at 847-497-4407 with your choice and phone number.
12:00 - 1:00 Eat, Meet and Greet
Bring a lunch or purchase a boxed lunch ($8.50 each) and join us. If you wish to purchase a boxed lunch, please let Kathy Wentz know which kind of sandwich (vegetarian, turkey or beef) no later than July 15 th so she can let the caterer know.
1:00 - 4:00 Open Forum Q&A
Ask questions and hear real answers about the different homeschooling styles, curriculum choices, what has worked (and what hasn't!), legal information, where to find resources, and much more! This year's featured panel members are:
Tami Haroldsen Tami utilizes Thomas Jefferson Education (TJEd)in homeschooling her youngest four children. She also has two grownchildren. She is the founder of Fox Valley Mentors (a TJEd community of youthclubs and courses for teens and adults) and is co-founder of Thomas JeffersonEducation Families of Illinois and Midwest Liber Families. She is excited to help others learn about TJEd and establish local TJEd communities.
Jean Kulczyk, M.Ed . Jean is a certified teacher in the areas of learning disabilities, emotional disorders, typical children K-8 and high school English,with additional certifications in Reading and Behavior Modification. She has over 30 years experience as a homeschool special needs advocate. Jean also volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate, and has homeschooled her 3 daughters.
This event is FREE. Children are, of course, invited to attend but we do not have room for child care and any noise must be kept to a minimum.
Homeschool Resource Center at the Johnsburg Public Library3000 N Johnsburg Rd, Johnsburg, IL 60051(located on Johnsburg/Wilmot Rd. - 2 blocks north of Chapel Hill Rd.) 815-344-0077
http://www.johnsburglibrary.org/
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
2009 Ultimate Homeschool Expo
2009 Ultimate Homeschool Expo
http://ultimatehomeschoolexpo.com/UHSE2009.html
Available: June 1
Cost: Talk about stretching your homeschool dollar! This will be the very best expense ever! You get replays of all of our audio seminars, over 75 worshops taught by over 35 speakers. On June 1st, they will be ready-to-download.
Ready for a big dose of encouragement? Need some real help homeschooling, but... No time to travel? No extra money for hotels…parking…and eating out? Can’t break away from your family?
Well…we have the PERFECT solution! Join us for our Ultimate Homeschool Expo 2009!We are the ULTIMATE Homeschool Convention!(We are recording LIVE every week AND counting down until Expo Week! Make plans to join us today!)
Ready for a fun virtual homeschool convention??? One that promises to make homeschooling easy and doable? One that offers help for EVERY aspect of homeschooling? Well, The Ultimate Homeschool Expo is your event! Right there in the comfort of your home you can join us at your convenience! We have an amazing line-up of speakers, a fantastic "Virtual Vendor Hall" full of special offers and free gifts, PLUS a "Mommy Grab Bag" that is completely amazing! Just imagine….
No large crowds!No outrageous gas bills!No makeup!No parking miles away!No walking for blocks and blocks!No lugging big loads of books around!No expensive trips or hotel stays!No babysitters!No rushing around so you can catch the vendors, yet missing the wonderful workshops!In fact! No missing ANY workshops!
Sound like a dream? Nope! It is the ULTIMATE HOMESCHOOL EXPO 2009!Talk about FUN! This is one homeschool convention that you will not want to miss! Everything is recorded live online (or you can call in and listen on your telephone or via SKYPE). Plus, we compile every audio and save it into a complete audio Mp3 library that you can download and enjoy for years to come. This homeschool convention can be enjoyed from the comforts of your own home–no conflicts with the schedule...right there in your pajamas...or while you work through your chores or take your daily walk! No choosing between workshops. No choosing between shopping for your needed curriculum and listening to workshops. You can listen to each and every workshop at your convenience OR bit-by-bit after the event to every one of our wonderful speakers!
http://ultimatehomeschoolexpo.com/UHSE2009.html
Available: June 1
Cost: Talk about stretching your homeschool dollar! This will be the very best expense ever! You get replays of all of our audio seminars, over 75 worshops taught by over 35 speakers. On June 1st, they will be ready-to-download.
Ready for a big dose of encouragement? Need some real help homeschooling, but... No time to travel? No extra money for hotels…parking…and eating out? Can’t break away from your family?
Well…we have the PERFECT solution! Join us for our Ultimate Homeschool Expo 2009!We are the ULTIMATE Homeschool Convention!(We are recording LIVE every week AND counting down until Expo Week! Make plans to join us today!)
Ready for a fun virtual homeschool convention??? One that promises to make homeschooling easy and doable? One that offers help for EVERY aspect of homeschooling? Well, The Ultimate Homeschool Expo is your event! Right there in the comfort of your home you can join us at your convenience! We have an amazing line-up of speakers, a fantastic "Virtual Vendor Hall" full of special offers and free gifts, PLUS a "Mommy Grab Bag" that is completely amazing! Just imagine….
No large crowds!No outrageous gas bills!No makeup!No parking miles away!No walking for blocks and blocks!No lugging big loads of books around!No expensive trips or hotel stays!No babysitters!No rushing around so you can catch the vendors, yet missing the wonderful workshops!In fact! No missing ANY workshops!
Sound like a dream? Nope! It is the ULTIMATE HOMESCHOOL EXPO 2009!Talk about FUN! This is one homeschool convention that you will not want to miss! Everything is recorded live online (or you can call in and listen on your telephone or via SKYPE). Plus, we compile every audio and save it into a complete audio Mp3 library that you can download and enjoy for years to come. This homeschool convention can be enjoyed from the comforts of your own home–no conflicts with the schedule...right there in your pajamas...or while you work through your chores or take your daily walk! No choosing between workshops. No choosing between shopping for your needed curriculum and listening to workshops. You can listen to each and every workshop at your convenience OR bit-by-bit after the event to every one of our wonderful speakers!
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